[2] During the early 19th century Fenton grew from being a collection of villages to having a more urban character.

It was in Gothic style, built of brick with stone dressings, with a west tower.

[3][4] The present church, designed by Charles Lynam, was built in 1890–1891; the west tower, with eight bells, was added in 1899.

It is in Gothic style, and built of red and blue brick with stone dressings.

The nave, of six bays, has aisles and a clerestory; there is a south chapel and a north vestry.