St Mary Magdalene’s Church, Trimdon Village

The church building dates from around 1145. A record from the 19th century describes the church as "a ruinous, neglected-looking edifice………..exceeding damp, and the only indications of recent attention to the edifice are a coat of yellow ochre in the interior and an external white washing."

Things have moved on a bit since then! In 1884 the North Aisle, the Vestry and a new stone font were added. 20th century improvements include gravestones from the churchyard being removed and repositioned next to the path leading to the east end of the church; choir pews removed to allow flexibility of use of the Chancel area; a new organ installed and the floor carpeted; a sound system installed; diseased trees replaced with now maturing trees. 

The beginning of the 21st century has seen a new stained glass window installed dedicated to the memory of Councillor George (Mick) Terrans and a worn out rose bed replaced with gravel and flower tubs.

Since 2006, access to the building has been greatly improved, complete with a beautiful inner porch door.  A moveable wooden font has replaced the old one and there is now a smart refreshment area.  We have finally managed to install a toilet in this wonderful old building and at the same time, the vestry has been extended and modernised.

The building and churchyard are maintained on a weekly basis by small team of volunteers. The church has a very efficient gas central heating . There is no church hall.
The church has recently replaced the roof, and re-pointed the stonework.

Also of note -

East End Cemetery , Hurworth Burn Road, Garden of remembrance & Memorial Trimdon Grange Colliery mining disaster 16th February 1882 

Tony Blair memorial plaque, @ the west gate main entrance. 
Famous Line :- “People`s Princess , Prime Minister Tony Blair making his famous address after the nation had learned the shocking news of the death of Diana Princess of Wales on Sunday 31st August 1997

Dedication of the Magnificat Window by Bridget Jones 16th November 2013  in memory of Lily Burton November 2011 , served as organist, flower arranger and church councillor.

Church Roof project completed in September 2016, replaced the slates, refelted  & thermal insulation. Bell cote  & external walls refurbished, Internal walls with masonary  paint.

St. Mary Magdalene Church oak Noticeboard @ the west gate main entrance August 2017 in memory of David Tate & Graydon Makepease  church councillors.

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