Sacred Heart Church, St Ives, Gothic Revival Catholic church in St Ives, England.
Sacred Heart Church is a Gothic Revival church building in St Ives. It features pointed arches and ribbed vaults that reflect the architectural character of this style.
The building was originally constructed as St Andrew's Church in Cambridge in 1843. It was disassembled and transported by barge to St Ives in 1902.
The church houses stained glass windows by Augustus Pugin showing the Madonna with the Child and saints Andrew and Felix. These windows shape how light moves through the interior and reflect the craftsmanship of a renowned Victorian designer.
The building includes a hearing aid loop system to support those with hearing devices. Guide dogs are welcome inside, making it accessible for visitors with assistance animals.
The building has an unusual orientation with its sanctuary facing northwest. This goes against the traditional eastern direction that most Christian churches follow.
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