Trinity Congregational Church

Trinity Congregational Church is a Grade II listed building in Arundel constructed with brick and flint walls displaying neo-Norman and Romanesque Revival architectural details. The structure was designed by Robert Abraham and features a composition of historical building styles reflecting early 19th-century religious architecture.

The church was designed and completed by Robert Abraham in 1838 to serve the Congregationalist community that had formed in Arundel during the 1780s. The building underwent transformation in the 1980s when it ceased to function as a worship space and was repurposed for commercial use.

The space still reflects its function as a place of worship through its interior layout and spatial organization. Today it serves as a center for local craft vendors and antique sellers who gather within what was once a sacred gathering space.

The building operates as a market space and is accessible during business hours when vendors are present. The interior layout allows visitors to browse comfortably among the various stalls and displays throughout the former worship area.

The poet George MacDonald served as pastor in the 1850s but departed over disagreements with the congregation about his preaching style. This connection shows how even notable literary figures sometimes found themselves at odds with their congregations over matters of faith and expression.

Location: Arundel

Inception: 1838

Architects: Robert Abraham

GPS coordinates: 50.85391,-0.55553

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:41