Built by Sir Thomas G Jackson for Lord Northbrook in 1885-90, All Saints is a lovely example of a late-Victorian village church, prettily located in a spacious churchyard.
The church itself is largely Perpendicular in style, made of knapped flint with Chilmark stone dressings, and a pretty timber porch. The well-proportioned tower with its shingled broach-spire is sadly hidden on the side away from the road. Inside, the church comprises a nave, chancel, and a short 3-bay north aisle.
The interior contains interesting early electric light fittings, suspended on chandeliers of decorative wrought ironwork, which lend an Arts-and-Crafts touch. Lord Northbrook himself (1826-1904) is commemorated by a memorial tablet in the chancel: a prominent Liberal statesman, he was Viceroy of India (1872-76) and First Lord of the Admiralty (1880-85).
Located in the Upper Dever benefice, the church has a service every two weeks, with Evensong at 6pm (second Sunday) and Holy Communion at 10am (fourth Sunday). The church is normally open for private prayer during daylight hours.
All Saints, Church Bank Road, East Stratton SO21 3FJ
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