Christ Church, Long Lane

Christ Church stands in Long Lane, Derbyshire, a small village in the East Midlands. The building is a Grade II listed parish church, designed in the 19th century. It was completed in 1859 by the contractor William Evans of Ellastone, following plans by the architects Robert Evans of Hine and Evans in Nottingham. The church cost £900 to build and was consecrated on 8 October 1859 by the Bishop of Lichfield. Its east window was crafted by William Wales of Newcastle. The church’s tower and vestry were added in 1874, expanding its original structure. Inside, an organ by I Abbott can be found, though its specification is recorded elsewhere. The church is part of a joint parish that includes six other churches across Derbyshire. These include St John the Baptist’s in Boylestone, St Michael and All Angels’ in Church Broughton, and St Chad’s in Longford. Visitors to Christ Church see a simple yet elegant 19th-century church set in a quiet village. The interior holds the I Abbott organ, a feature of interest for music lovers. The east window by William Wales adds colour and craftsmanship to the space. The tower and vestry provide a sense of the church’s growth over time. The surrounding village of Long Lane offers a peaceful setting away from busy towns.