Edgar Wood Centre

The Edgar Wood Centre is a Grade I listed architectural structure in Victoria Park featuring a Y-shaped design with two splayed wings and a cylindrical turret. The building combines red brick with rendered wall sections under a slate roof and has been converted into an events venue accommodating up to 300 people.

Architect Edgar Wood designed the building in 1903 as a church for the First Church of Christ Scientist movement. It served this purpose until 1971 when it closed and was later converted into an events venue.

The building displays Expressionist and Art Nouveau characteristics through its mixed brick and rendered surfaces, reflecting an innovative architectural approach. Visitors can observe these distinctive details throughout the space and understand how the architect reinterpreted traditional forms.

The building is easily accessible for exploring its architectural features on your own or joining guided tours if available. The space is designed for events and allows you to move freely while viewing the interior details and overall layout.

The building features a cruciform-shaped window on the gable end that immediately catches the eye. Inside, an Arabic-style organ screen reveals how the architect drew inspiration from multiple cultural and design traditions.