Listed building or place reference: TR0175 Historic site reference Property Parish Church of Trinity Road name La Rue du Presbytere Parish Trinity LocationView on map Grade Listed Building Grade 1 Category Church and Chapel. Statement of significance The church is of fundamental importance to the heritage of Jersey being amongst the oldest and most significant historic buildings in the Island. One of the 12 medieval parish churches in Jersey. Context n/a External Description The church is in the vanguard of the Island's greatest architectural achievements. It has a long and complex structural history with visible fabric of several different dates reflecting the periods of rebuild and modification, its development intertwined with the ecclesiastical, political and social advancements and upheavals through the centuries. Current knowledge identifies the oldest part of the standing structure as the 12th century crossing, tower and spire. It is believed the chancel dates to the 14th century with the North chapel and transept rebuilt in the mid-15th century. The medieval nave was entirely rebuilt on old foundations in 1865. The church is a major feature in the landscape. Its immediate setting includes a churchyard enclosed by walls and gates, containing a rich variety of tombstones and monuments - many of historic or artistic interest - including 17th century tombstones and the parish war memorial in the form of a Lych-gate. The memorial lych gate has a simplicity and integrity of form and structure appropriate to its site and to the period it was designed. By Grayson & Le Sueur architects. Plaque to gable: "Erected by the parishioners of Trinity. To the glory of God and in thankful remembrance of the fallen. Dedicated May 31st 1951." Internal Description The church has a range of interesting fixtures and fittings including a 17th century memorial to Sir Edward de Carteret. Special interest Archaeological,Architectural,Artistic,Historical For the best experience, you will need to use Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge web browser to view the map Back to detail page Back to search results Documents Terms and conditions for downloading documents The plans, drawings and material provided have been submitted to the Chief Officer for permissions in respect of the Planning and Building (Jersey) Law 2002. They are protected by copyright under the Intellectual Property (Unregistered Rights) (Jersey) Law 2011 (Article 70 of the 2011 Law). The material is being provided to make available for public inspection the Register of Planning and Building Applications and must not be used for other purposes without the prior permission of the copyright owner.The Minister for the Environment makes every effort to maintain the accuracy of the information on this website but cannot accept responsibility for and disclaims all responsibility for any loss or damage which may arise from the use of the information provided. For applications approved during or after July 2016 approved documents are available from within the ‘Approved Documents’ section. For applications approved from 15 May 2012 - July 2016 approved documents are available under the ‘Plans’ section. I understand and agree with the terms and conditions. Date Description Size 2018-08-02 Schedule Listed Building Grade 1 570 KB Back to search results
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