St Marie's Church, Widnes, Gothic Revival church in Widnes, England
Description
St Marie's Church is a Gothic Revival building made of red brick with sandstone details and decorative blue brick banding, topped by a bellcote with a cross finial. Located on Lugsdale Road, it now serves as a community space managed by Halton and St Helens Voluntary Action.
History
Construction began in 1862 to serve Irish workers in the chemical factories, with architect E.W. Pugin completing the building in 1865. It stands as a marker of the important role this community played in the city's industrial growth.
Culture
The building now hosts events run by the St Marie's Heritage Group, including historical talks, reminiscence sessions, and an annual Christmas Carol Concert. These activities keep the space connected to the local community and its past.
Practical
The building is accessible to visitors, especially during scheduled events, but it helps to check in advance what activities are happening. Its location on Lugsdale Road makes it easy to find and observe the local architectural character.
Did you know?
A striking mosaic on the north side displays the words 'I am the Immaculate Conception' beneath an arched gable, framed between stepped buttresses. This ornamental feature is an easily missed detail that reveals much about the building's purpose and spiritual significance.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Halton).
Silver Jubilee Bridge
1.9 km
Mersey Gateway Bridge
2.1 km
Runcorn Railway Bridge
1.9 km
Catalyst Science Discovery Centre
1.3 km
Wigg Island
2.2 km
St Luke's Church, Farnworth
2.4 km
The Brindley
2.4 km
St Michael's Church, Ditton
2.3 km
All Saints Church, Runcorn
2.2 km
St Mary's Church, Widnes
1.6 km
St Bede's Church, Widnes
999 m
Bridgewater House
2.5 km
Holy Trinity Church, Runcorn
2.3 km
Carnegie Library, Runcorn
2.4 km
Widnes-Runcorn Transporter Bridge
1.9 km
Widnes Town Hall
307 m
Old Quay Bridge
2.1 km
Widnes War Memorial
1.4 km
Gossages Tower
1.3 km
Waterloo Bridge
2.6 km
Former Widnes Corporation Bus Depot
665 m
Former Church of St Pius X and attached campanile
2.1 km
Former transporter bridge power house
1.7 km
Electricity Sub-Station
2.2 km
Mersey Locks St Helens Canal
1.1 km
Wayside Pulpit to Church of St Mary
1.6 km
Standing cross in St Luke's churchyard, Farnworth, beside the south porch
2.4 km
Appleton War Memorial, Widnes
1.1 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes