[2][3] In 1927–28, the east end was completed, a south porch was added, and the nave was reseated, increasing the seating to 317.

The foundation stone was laid on 30 June 1892, by the Lady E. C. Clifton, and the church was consecrated by Bishop Moorhouse on 27 September 1894.

On 11 June 1986, Christ Church was designated a Grade II listed building by English Heritage.

[8] In 2021, during the COVID-19 national lockdown, a TikTok post by vicar Revd Anne Beverley, intended for seven local teenagers, was viewed by 1.7 million people around the world.

[5] The tower is of three stages and has a stepped sandstone parapet; the steeple is clad in green slate.