St Aldhelm's Roman Catholic Church, Roman Catholic church in Cross Hayes, Malmesbury, England
St Aldhelm's Roman Catholic Church is a Gothic-style building with uncoursed stone walls and distinctive two-light trefoil-headed windows that define its exterior. The structure sits with an adjoining presbytery that includes a 19th-century stone stable as part of the complex.
The church was founded in 1875 after Father Francois Larive and Captain Charles Dewell met in India and decided to establish it. Their dedication service on July 1, 1875 marked the beginning of an organized Catholic presence in Malmesbury.
The stained glass window showing Carlo Acutis represents how worshippers connect modern and traditional Catholic figures in this space. Visitors can see how contemporary saint imagery sits within the building's older Gothic design.
The church is easily reached on foot from Malmesbury town center and sits in a quiet neighborhood. Access is straightforward and the building is regularly open for visitors who want to explore the interior at their own pace.
The building holds Grade II heritage status, a recognition that sets it apart among local structures for its architectural value. Few visitors realize that the attached presbytery still contains the original 19th-century stone stable that once served the resident clergy.
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