In 2013, St Aidan's Church celebrated 100 years since the laying of the foundation stone. The stone was laid on 18th October 1913 by Beatrice, Lady Rochdale. On 24th March 1915 the church was consecrated by Lord Bishop of Manchester, Bishop Knox. St. Aidan's celebrated this centenary with a visit in the morning service from The Right Reverend David Walker, The Bishop of Manchester, on 22nd March 2015. In 1931, the church tower was completed as a tribute to Hartley Harrison, the first vicar of St. Aidan's. The church is home to a Father Willis organ, one of the most famous organ builders active in the world today, it was installed and dedicated in 1952.
This Grade II listed building is a fine example of the work of architect Temple Moore in the early English style, with an interesting outside pulpit. The church is open every Wednesday from 10am-1pm, after the normal 9.30am Communion service as part of it's Heritage status.
This is now a micro magnetic cache. It is wheelchair friendly (if accessed from around the back of the building) and is suitable for children. Those who wish to 'dash and grab' can do so by parking at the front of the church. I hope you enjoy this beautiful 100 year old building.
Thanks are extended to the PCC of St. Aidan's who allowed the placing of this cache at the PCC Meeting held on 08/09/15.
**Congrats to Jakers345 on FTF**
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