Convent of the Epiphany, Anglican convent in Truro, Cornwall, England.
The Convent of the Epiphany occupies Alverton House, a listed building containing thirteen bedrooms, dining rooms, and a conservatory. A chapel built between 1908 and 1910 serves as the heart of the complex, expanded later with a bell tower and north wing.
Founded in 1883 by Bishop George Wilkinson, the convent housed the Community of the Epiphany until they moved away in 1983. Its establishment reflected a broader revival of religious community life within the Anglican Church during that era.
The sisters supported the community through teaching and pastoral work, becoming deeply woven into local life in Truro. Their presence shaped daily rhythms here for generations.
The site sits on Tregolls Road and is easily accessible while exploring Truro. As this is an active religious space, visitors should maintain quiet and respectful behavior when present.
The community established international ties by founding the Community of Nazareth in Tokyo, Japan in 1936. This Japanese branch later became independent and demonstrates how the English convent's influence spread far beyond home.
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