Church of St Joseph

The Church of St Joseph is a Catholic church in Weymouth and Portland featuring painted red brick walls with concrete and limestone details. The building has a gable bell turret positioned above the main entrance and can accommodate around 300 worshippers.

The church was designed and built between 1933 and 1934 by architect George Drysdale as part of early 20th-century religious expansion. It was designated as Grade II listed in 2009 for its architectural importance.

The church serves as a gathering place for the Catholic community of Weymouth and Portland where people come for regular worship services and life milestone celebrations. Visitors can experience how the space continues to function as the spiritual center for local worshippers.

The church is easily found at the intersection of Stavordale Road and stands as a clear landmark in the area. A parish hall built in 1951 is located on the grounds and provides additional facilities for gatherings.

The church grounds feature a Lourdes grotto shrine added in 1949 that serves as a memorial to local Catholic soldiers who died in World War II. This quiet shrine remains a place of remembrance for those lost during the conflict.

Location: Weymouth and Portland

Location: Dorset

Inception: 1934

GPS coordinates: 50.61176,-2.45952

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:48