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St Thomas Church of England, Lancaster
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It was founded in 1840.
St. Thomas' Church, Penny street, is a handsome stone building, in the Early English style of architecture, and at the east end is a lofty spire, with six bells. It was built by subscription in 1840, on land given by G. Marton, Esq., and endowed with £1,000 by Mrs. Elizabeth Salisbury, who also gave £100 pounds towards the purchase of a parsonage house. It also received £200 from Queen Anne's Bounty, and £150 was given by Colin Campbell. The interior consists of nave, aisles, and chancel, and there is an excellent organ, presented by the Rev. C. Campbell, formerly patron of the living, the present patrons are the Church Pastoral Aid Society.from Bulmer's History and Directory of Lancaster & District, 1912
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Baptisms
1845-1859
Copy of Bishop's Transcript of baptisms 1845-1859 held by Lancashire Archives - DRB 2/132
1845-1966
Original Registers of baptisms 1845-1966 held by Lancashire Archives - PR 3269
1845-1966
Copy of Original Register of baptisms 1845-1966 held by Lancashire Archives - PR 3269/1/1-8
1847-1959
Copy of Original Register of marriages 1847-1959 held by Lancashire Archives - PR 3269/1/1-8
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