Colchester New Church

Colchester New Church is a church building located at 175 Maldon Road that bears a Hebrew inscription from Psalm 118:22 on its cornerstone. The structure includes a main worship space, a school room, and an entrance porch added in later expansion work.

The congregation began in 1816 with a lecture by Rev. Robert Hindmarsh, but the permanent building did not start until over 100 years later in 1924. A major expansion in 1967 added facilities to support the growing community.

This congregation follows the theological teachings of Emanuel Swedenborg and belongs to the General Church of the New Jerusalem. Visitors can observe how the space and its organization reflect these particular beliefs.

The church is located on a straightforward street and holds Sunday services where both community members and visitors are welcome to attend. Access to the building is convenient, and you can walk through the different areas of the complex.

The cornerstone bears a Hebrew inscription from the Bible, an unusual choice for a church building in this era and location. This detail reflects the particular theological convictions that shaped this congregation.

GPS coordinates: 51.88200,0.88261

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:47