St James the Less and St Helen Church, Colchester

St James the Less and St Helen Church features rounded arches, thick stone walls, and symmetrical towers following Romanesque Revival design principles.

The church was constructed under the direction of Victorian architect Joseph John Scoles during a period of renewed interest in medieval architectural forms.

The church maintains regular Catholic services and functions as a central gathering point for religious ceremonies in the Colchester community.

Located at coordinates 51.889355, 0.908454, the church welcomes visitors and congregants for worship services throughout the week.

The building incorporates traditional Romanesque elements such as barrel vaults and decorative arcading while adapting them to 19th-century construction methods.

Location: Colchester

Architects: Joseph John Scoles

Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture

Website: http://stjamesthelessandsthelen.org

GPS coordinates: 51.88936,0.90845

Latest update: August 31, 2025 09:30