Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and St Cuthbert

The Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and St Cuthbert is a Roman Catholic church in Bedford featuring neo-Norman architectural design with north and south aisles flanking the main structure. The building displays characteristic stone work and interior details from its period of construction.

The site served as a place of worship since the eighth century, though the current structure was built between 1846 and 1847 as an Anglican church dedicated to St Cuthbert. Following the Church of England's decision that the building was no longer needed in 1974, it was repurposed for a different community.

The Harpur Trust transferred the property to the Polish community after the Church of England declared it redundant in 1974, establishing its role as a Polish parish.

The church welcomes visitors interested in exploring its architecture and attending services held throughout the year. Those wanting to visit should check locally for information about opening times and accessibility features.

The building received Grade II listed status on May 14, 1971, which places strict limits on any alterations or modifications. This designation protects the structure and requires conservation oversight for all work undertaken on the property.

Location: Bedford

GPS coordinates: 52.13694,-0.46298

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:46