Church of St Elisabeth

Church of St Elisabeth is a Grade II listed religious building in Old Town featuring simplified Gothic architecture constructed in brick with low-pitched roofs alongside a neo-Georgian vicarage and hall. The complex functions as a cohesive group of worship, residential, and community spaces.

Construction took place from 1935 to 1938 following a substantial donation by Elisa Watson. Bomb damage in 1944 caused significant harm, leading to restoration work completed between 1949 and 1950.

The name honors Elisa Watson, whose donation made the building possible, though spelled differently to reflect her own spelling preference. Today visitors find the congregation still gathering in what was once the church hall, maintaining a connection to its origins.

The original building had to close due to structural issues and was subsequently demolished, so the congregation now gathers in the former church hall. Visitors should know that they will find the active community meeting in this adjacent space rather than in the original building.

The name Elisabeth is spelled unusually to match the preference of benefactor Elisa Watson, creating a permanent mark of her personality in the building's identity. This distinctive spelling sets it apart and serves as a reminder of the individual who made its creation possible.

Location: Eastbourne

GPS coordinates: 50.78314,0.25503

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:43