St Alban's Church, Warrington

St Alban's Church is a Roman Catholic church on Bewsey Street in Warrington distinguished by its west facade with three round-arched windows above a porch with a rounded archway. The building shows classical architectural influence with structured proportions and carefully detailed stonework throughout.

The church was founded in 1772 by Benedictine monks, but the current structure dates from 1823 when the building was constructed. Architect Peter Paul Pugin made significant modifications in 1893 that shaped its appearance.

The altar displays artworks depicting the legend of St Alban, while colored windows show various saints throughout the space. These artistic elements shape how visitors experience the interior and tell religious stories as they move through the church.

The church sits in central Warrington within walking distance of the town center, making it easy to find and access. Visitors should check ahead since regular services and community events mean the space may not always be open for informal visits.

The five-sided baptistry in the northwest corner holds religious paintings created by artist Joseph Pippett from Birmingham. This unusual room shape and the specific artworks make this corner of the building particularly noteworthy for visitors.

Location: Warrington

Inception: 1909

Architects: Peter Paul Pugin

Website: http://sacredheartandstalban.org

GPS coordinates: 53.39300,-2.59700

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:00