The organ

The organ in its present position was built and dedicated in 1876. It was completely rebuilt in 1915 by the reputable firm William Hill & Sons, famous for the organs of York Minster, Birmingham Town Hall and Sydney Town Hall. In 1925, an addition to the Pedal Organ of ‘Trombone at Sixteen Feet’ was given.

The organ is built between the two Chancel arches and together with the Screen, separates the Chancel from the Jesus Chapel. There are two manuals and pedals of twenty speaking stops. In 1997, a generous donation made it possible for a major restoration to be carried out by Harrison & Harrison of Durham, and at that time the key action was electrified and a ‘mixture’ added to the Great Organ. In 2017/2018 the organ received further attention with the blowing chamber (underground) being ‘tanked’ and the reservoir being completely replaced and some much needed pipework undertaken.

The organ’s versatility facilitates the performance of a wide range of repertoire from classical to contemporary music.

Its fine tone is admired by those who enjoy organ music and it now speaks with a more commanding voice than ever – and as it continues to proclaim God’s glory one becomes “lost in wonder, love and praise”.