Greek Orthodox Church of the Virgin Mary Eleousa, Greek Orthodox church on Derby Road, Nottingham, England.
The Greek Orthodox Church of the Virgin Mary Eleousa is a church building located on Derby Road in Nottingham, featuring traditional Orthodox interior elements including icons, an iconostasis, and religious artwork. The space displays the characteristic layout and decoration typical of Orthodox worship spaces.
The building was originally constructed in 1883 as Park Hill Congregational Church, designed by architects James Tait and John Langham from Leicester. It was later repurposed to serve the Greek Orthodox community, giving the structure a new religious function.
The church serves as a gathering place for Nottingham's Orthodox community, where Greek traditions and religious practices are maintained and shared among worshippers. It functions as a cultural anchor for Greek heritage in the city.
The church can be visited during service times, with access depending on ongoing liturgical activities. It is advisable to check ahead regarding visiting times and any customs to follow while inside this active place of worship.
The building houses a pipe organ built by Bishop and Son in 1884, which was reconstructed by Roger Yates in 1934 and dedicated by renowned French organist Marcel Dupré. This instrument carries a layer of musical heritage connected to the space beyond its immediate liturgical role.
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