The Anglican community in Goole had no dedicated place of worship even after the opening of the canal in 1826, and the town's growth began.

On 6 August 1830, permission was granted to hold Divine Service in a converted warehouse on the south side of Barge Dock, a temporary chapel nicknamed 'The Cathedral.

The church was generously supported by the Aire and Calder Navigation company, who not only provided the land but also donated a significant sum towards the building's cost.

Architects William Hurst and W. B. Moffat designed the church, and Messrs J. and J. Sykes of Leeds undertook its construction.

In 1855, a fire broke out in the church tower, causing considerable damage, including the destruction of the clock and the gas lighting system.

Its historical significance and its role in the local community make it an important cultural and religious landmark in the town.