Norwegian Church, Swansea

The Norwegian Church is a Grade II listed church building in St Thomas that combines Gothic style elements with a Seaman's Mission. The structure has an eastern section featuring Gothic architectural details and a western wing that originally served as accommodation and community space.

The building was originally constructed around 1900 in Newport and relocated to Swansea in 1910 to serve Norwegian sailors visiting British ports. The church remained an important resource for this community for nearly a century.

The church served as a gathering place for Norwegian sailors arriving in Swansea, offering services in their native language. It helped these visitors maintain ties to home while working far from their own country.

The building is located opposite the Sainsbury's supermarket on the River Tawe near Prince of Wales dock. It is easily accessible by foot and currently operates as a nursery, so check ahead if you plan to view the exterior or learn about its history.

The building was carefully dismantled and reassembled in 2004 during the area's redevelopment to preserve its architectural elements. This process saved an important monument to the Scandinavian seafaring community from disappearing.

Location: St Thomas

Location: Swansea

Elevation above the sea: 9 m

GPS coordinates: 51.62000,-3.91900

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:05