All Souls' War Memorial Church, Bangalow Middle Image Image Image Image 0 / 0 - Prev Next Description / Background All Souls' War Memorial Church in Bangalow, NSW, was designed in the form of a cathedral. It has a high gabled roof that is covered with tiles. The walls are constructed of brick up to the windows, with painted render above. It has several sets of windows, with each set comprising of two narrow Gothic-shaped windows. They are positioned between buttresses at the side of the building, as well as one set within the front facade. There is a cross at the top of the gable and the foundation stone is set on the northern side of the church. The front of the building is dominated by a Norman-shaped bell tower. Construction began in 1927, at a site near the old church. The architect was Mr F. J. Board and the contractor was Mr Braid, both of Lismore. The foundation stone was laid on 26 June 1927 by the Bishop of Grafton, Right Rev. J. Washton (Northern Star, 5 July 1927). On 16 October 1928, the Northern Star reported the church was nearing completion. The Rector, Canon C. F. Seymour, called for anyone interested in donating furniture or fittings to do so soon, as all items had to be approved by the furniture committee. The opening and dedication of the church took place on 7 December 1928. The event and building were described in detail in the Tweed Daily on 12 December: It was indeed a big undertaking, but by hard work, unbounded enthusiasm, and a desire to honor the boys who did so much for the Empire, the effort aimed at was attained, and there is much rejoicing. [The church] is one of the most beautiful on the North Coast. It is of pretty design and most faithfully built. While it provides a very handsome addition to the architectural beauties of Bangalow, it is also a permanent monument to the progress of the district, spiritually and otherwise, and a testimony of the thankfulness of the people for the deeds of the soldiers. The church is now known as All Souls' Anglican Church. Access inside is restricted to its opening hours. Outside are the All Souls' Anglican Church Second World War Memorial Wall and Gates and inside is the Aircraftman Class II Guy Edward Saunders Memorial Window. Inscription Foundation stone To the honour and glory of God This stone of the Memorial Church of All Souls was laid by the Rt. Rev. J. W. Ashton M.A.D.D. Bishop of Grafton on June 26, 1927. Related memorials All Souls' Anglican Church Second World War Memorial Wall and Gates, Bangalow Aircraftman Class II Guy Edward Saunders Memorial Window, Bangalow Related links New Church of England (5 Jul 1927) Bangalow's new church (16 Oct 1928) Bangalow dedication (12 Dec 1928) Veterans listed on this memorial Do you know more about this war Memorial? Click here to learn how you can contribute Sidebar Address All Souls' Anglican Church 1 Ashton Street Bangalow NSW 2479 Local Government Area Byron Shire Setting Roadside Location status Original location Memorial type Building Recorded by Graham Wilson Year of construction 1927–1928 Dedication date 07 December 1928 Conflict/s First World War, 1914–18 Materials Brick Concrete Glass Other