Holy Trinity Church

Holy Trinity Church stands in Southport, Merseyside, on a site once part of the parish of St Cuthbert in Churchtown. Built in the early 20th century to replace a smaller 19th-century church, it was designed by Liverpool architect Huon Matear in a free Decorated style. The exterior combines red brick with stone dressings, including a tall tower finished in Portland stone. Many internal fittings were made by the Bromsgrove Guild, known for its craftsmanship in metal, wood and stained glass. The church is recognised as a Grade II* listed building, placing it among the top 5.5 per cent of England’s listed structures. Its construction was funded largely by local donations, including major contributions from the Elder shipping family and cotton manufacturer Joseph Mullineaux Dewhurst. The nave was dedicated in 1904, the transepts and porches in 1911, and the full church consecrated in 1912, with the tower completed the following year. Inside, the nave and chancel are built of Runcorn stone, with exposed brick walls and a pitch pine roof. The Bromsgrove Guild carved the rood screen, pulpit and choir stalls, which feature vines, birds, snails, dragons and angels. Stained glass includes work by Sidney Meteyard, Wilhelmina Geddes and Shrigley and Hunt, alongside First World War memorial windows. The tower rises 43 metres and contains a four-manual organ installed in stages, with the latest Makin instrument added in 2010.