Our Lady Help of Christians Church

Our Lady Help of Christians Church is a Brutalist church building in Tile Cross, Birmingham, with a T-shaped floor plan and curved concrete trusses covered in copper cladding. The central altar area is arranged so the congregation sits around it.

Architect Richard Gilbert Scott designed this building in 1967 in response to new requirements from the Second Vatican Council. The Brutalist movement of that era shaped its modern design approach.

The interior features stained glass windows by artist John Chrestien that fill the spaces between the concrete structure. These windows show how traditional craftsmanship meets modern building design.

The building is located on East Medway and accessible to visitors, with regular Sunday services at 09:30 and 17:00. It helps to check ahead for open hours or special events.

The roof structure uses serrated ribbed concrete trusses that show how engineering and religious architecture work together. This technical detail gives the interior a distinctive visual power.

Location: Birmingham

Inception: 1967

Architects: Richard Gilbert Scott

Architectural style: brutalism

GPS coordinates: 52.48059,-1.77114

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:22