Services were held locally in a loft over the cotton mill in Calver, but by 1867, funds were raised for the construction of a church.

The foundation stone was laid by William Cavendish, 7th Duke of Devonshire in April 1867.

[3] The land for the church was given by Charles Manners, 6th Duke of Rutland.

The church was designed by Anthony Salvin, and built by Mr. Ashwell of London.

[4] The church is in a joint parish with A new organ was installed in 1905 by Cousans, Sons and Company.