Church of All Hallows, Allerton

The Church of All Hallows stands in Allerton, a suburb of Liverpool. It is a Grade I listed building, meaning it is recognised nationally for its special architectural or historic interest. The church belongs to the Anglican tradition and serves as an active parish church. It sits within the diocese of Liverpool, the archdeaconry of Liverpool, and the deanery of Liverpool South – Childwall. The building was funded by John Bibby in memory of his first wife. The church is worth visiting for its remarkable architecture and stained glass. Designed by G. E. Grayson, it was completed in 1876 after a foundation stone was laid in 1872. During the Second World War, its stained glass was removed for safety and later restored. Fourteen of its fifteen windows were created by Edward Burne-Jones, with contributions from William Morris. The east window, depicting the Adoration of the Lamb, is considered Burne-Jones’s finest work. Inside, the church features red sandstone on the exterior and white stone from Storeton on the interior. The chancel is lined with red and green jasper, and the pulpit base is made of black Vaulsort marble. The stained glass windows depict scenes from the Bible, including the Four Evangelists and holy figures like Noah and the Blessed Virgin. Memorials to the Bibby family, including one by William Spence, add to the church’s historical significance. The tower, described as a "mighty Perpendicular tower of the Somerset type," dominates the exterior.