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St. John's church

Posted by peter cook on 9/7/2025, 7:01 am

St. John's church, Hebburn in 1933.

Re: St. John's church

Posted by Stan Wears on 9/7/2025, 12:11 pm, in reply to "St. John's church"

A little history ...This was once part of Ellison Hall and used as a stable. Around 1886-7, F.R.Wilson, architect, designed this church, now GRII listed. It is made of sandstone with a Welsh slate roof. Interesting, but it stands on the remains of a 14th century pele tower which was used as a lookout...

Re: St. John's church

Posted by Stan Wears on 11/7/2025, 8:55 am, in reply to "Re: St. John's church"

I case you are wondering, Pele is pronounced peel. Translated from Hebrew means Miracle. It is really a miniature castle!

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