Narthex Panelling and Door

The extensive panelling on either side of the door from the porch into the Narthex was done in memory of Edwin and Sarah Ann Lee who lived in Paul’s Road and who left the sum of £1,000 for the benefit of the poor of the parish (The Lee Charity).

This work included the doors and vestibule to screen off the porch from the church. On the right as one enters are two elevated seats for the churchwardens which “have long been desired.” These had caved pew fronts for books.

On the left is a recess for the Font (which, since the Font was moved, is now the bookstall.) Gas lights were provided at either side. The panelling dates from 1908. It was designed by the firm of Messrs. W Wilcock & Son of Bradford and the work done by Mr Sam Dibb of Shipley