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St Mary Parish Church, Rotherhithe, Kent
The present parish church, replacing a 12th century building, was completed in 1716. Designed by John James, an associate of Sir Christopher Wren, it has a homely grandeur with deep roots in the maritime history of Britain. The links with the 'Mayflower', with the Pilgrim Fathers, and with Prince Lee Boo of Pelau, are particularly treasured.
The organ, built and installed by John Byfield in 1764, is a superb example of 18th century English organ building. Its tonal qualities have been retained to the present day, so that its sound is much as Handel (1685-1759) and his London contemporaries would have heard and appreciated.
Memorials inside and outside the building tell of the vision and philanthropy of former worshippers, of sacrifice, and of faith in times of suffering and adversity.
| Owner/Source | Picture and text courtesy of St Mary's Rotherhithe. (Website opens in a new tab or window.) |
| Date | Added 30 Dec 2011 |
| Linked to | Alfred Brandon (Christening); Barbara Brandon (Christening); Jane Charlotte Brandon (Christening); Samuel Brandon (Christening); Samuel Brandon (Christening); Thomas Brandon (Christening); William Brandon (Christening); Joseph Hammersley (Christening); Alexander George Tozer (Christening); Alexander Richard Tozer (Christening); Maria Sarah Tozer (Christening); Matthew Tozer (Christening); Matthew William Tozer (Christening); Sophia Maria Tozer (Christening); Susannah Maria Tozer (Christening); William Charles Tozer (Christening); Henry Featherstonehaugh Wooster (Christening) |
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