Pre-Raphaelite Mosaics in St John’s Church
St. Johns Church, Boreham Road, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9JY
The small, Victorian-built church of St John’s, on the Salisbury side of the town, is home to a striking and unique collection of Pre-Raphaelite mosaics, which adorn the walls of the chancel and the nave. St John’s Church is home to a collection of Opus Sectile mosaics dating between 1880 and 1912. These include panels featuring Pre-Raphaelite designs illustrating events in the life of Jesus. The chancel is extensively decorated, on both sides with large illustrations of Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt on one side and Christ in Majesty on the other. Above the altar stand the four stunning archangels. There will be a guide present in the church to tell you how they were made, the history behind them and to answer your questions.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 1000-1600
Location & directions
St. Johns Church, Boreham Road, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9JY
- Directions:
- The church is on the right immediately after St John’s School.
- Contact on day:
- Sheelagh Wurr
- Telephone number:
- +447732129750
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
A ramp is available for wheelchairs. Please state when booking if you will require this facility. There are no toilets in the church but toilets are available in the nearby church hall.
Additional information
• A printed guide to the mosaics for children is available if required. • A ramp is available for wheelchairs. • There are no toilets in the church but toilets are available in the nearby church hall.
