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Sts Thomas & Elizabeth RC Church

Thurnham Hall, Thurnham, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA2 0DT

  • Multiple dates available
  • In person
  • Pre-booking not required

Catholic Church built on private estate in 1848. Replaced original of 1818. Architect Charles Hansom. Stained glass by William Wailes. Chancel Arch painting by Henry Doyle (uncle of Arthur Conan Doyle.)

Monstrance designed by AWN Pugin

Chancel Arch painting. Oil on canvas by Henry Doyle, uncle of Arthur Conan Doyle

The church opened in 1848, replacing the chapel built in 1818. The grounds contain an 1830s mausoleum of the Gillow family. Display of Victorian vestments and treasures including Pugin monstrance and Riding Chalice.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 20 September:
1100-1600
Sunday 21 September:
1100-1600

Location & directions

Thurnham Hall, Thurnham, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA2 0DT

Directions:
A588 Lancaster - Blackpool Road. Thurnham Hall indicated by brown tourism signs. Turn into drive and keep right.
Contact on day:
John F Regan 07771737101
Telephone number:
+447771737101

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Toilets are not disabled friendly.

Additional information

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