Wycliffe Baptist Church, Bristol Street

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Date:1955 - 1959 (c.)

Description:A view of Wycliffe Baptist Church, on the corner of Bristol Street and St Luke's Street, Lee Bank. Opened for worship in 1861 this building has been described as the most beautiful Free Church place of worship in the Midlands when it was first built. James Cranstoun's design incorporates a needle-like spire 125ft high. By 1960 the church had gone.

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Edgbaston Churches and other Christian Buildings Bristol Street 1946 - 1975 (Mid 20th Century) 1837 - 1900 (Victorian Period)

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Creators: Public Works Department, Birmingham City Council - Creator

Donor ref:Local Studies Dept - Public Works Negatives (59/8137)

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