St John the Baptist's Church, Winster


St John the Baptist’s Church, Winster is a Grade II listed parish church in the Church of England in Winster, Derbyshire.

History

The tower dates from 1721. Matthew Habershon made alterations in 1840 to 1842, and A Roland Barker started some restoration in 1884. which was completed in 1885. The chancel was demolished and replaced with a larger one, with Minton tiles in the floor. Vestries for the clergy and the choir were constructed. Choir stalls were inserted, a new altar was added and the lighting was improved. The chancel south wall window is by Burne-Jones and was made by Morris and co in 1883.

Parish status

The church is in a joint parish with:
The church contains a pipe organ by Abbott. A specification of the organ can be found on the National Pipe Organ Register.