St. Bartholomew's Church, Armley

This magnificent building was begun in 1872 and completed in 1877, the tower being added in 1909, a 21st birthday present for a member of the Eyres’ family. The interior of the church houses a fine font, a remarkable pulpit, an impressive lectern, a wonderfully imposing reredos, and, to cap it all, a unique Schulze organ, installed in a new, vaulted gallery in 1879. People visit this organ from all over the world - but it's on your doorstep! A History and Guide by Michael Collins, 1990, is available at the church. This year we are running a Choral Festival in parallel with Heritage Open Days. The pop-up choral project 'With Heart and Voice' (WHAVe!) has been gaining momentum over the summer, giving anyone including those with little or no experience the opportunity to sing something they know, and to learn something they don't, with professional coaches and facilitators on hand to help! Also featured is Creative Frame - made of Leeds-wide groups showcasing men's creativity. The climax to the Project takes place during Heritage Open Days, so look out for details and times which will be posted nearer the Festival. If you want to get involved sign up for events at https://www.ticketsource.com/reallyfriendly All events are FREE!

Timings

Saturday 12 September:

Creative Frame exhibition and performance: Times to follow

Sunday 13 September:

0930 - 1200 (Mass celebrated 1000 - 1115)

Saturday 19 September:

'With Heart and Voice' Choral Festival: Times to follow

Sunday 20 September:

0930 - 1200 (Mass celebrated 1000 - 1115)

Location & directions

St. Bartholomew's Church, Wesley Road, Armley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS12 1SR

Directions:

Wesley Road runs between Tong Road and High Street/Branch Road, Armley. There is a church car park and unrestricted on street parking.

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Level access via the North-West door. Please request assistance if required.

Additional information

There will be tea and coffee and biscuits available Free or Pay-What-You-Decide. There is a permanent exhibition on display under the organ gallery. Church volunteers will be available to answer questions. There are items of interest available, including a history of the church, organ recordings and videos etc. some of which are available to purchase. There are timed events on Saturdays 12th and 19th September and the usual church services on Sundays 13th and 20th September. There is a special exhibition by Creative Frame, made of Leeds-wide groups showcasing men's creativity.

Estimated duration:

0 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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