St Thomas' Anglican Church, Mulgoa

St Thomas' Anglican Church is a sandstone building with a small tower topped by pinnacles, located on a hillside north of Mulgoa township. The structure features an open stone porch and is accompanied by a mechanical organ from 1868 with 56 notes and 159 pipes.

The building was constructed between 1836 and 1838 by James Atkinson and William Chisholm on land donated by pioneer William Cox in 1831. This period saw rural churches being built to serve communities in newly settled areas of the colony.

The churchyard graves reflect the deep roots of the Cox family in this region and their role in agricultural life. Walking among the sandstone monuments tells the story of how this family and community were intertwined over generations.

The church remains active with regular services and offers good walking access to the hillside setting with views across the surrounding area. Visitors should check ahead for service times and be aware that access may be limited outside scheduled events.

This is the only surviving Gothic Revival rural parish church from the 1830s in New South Wales that retains all its original architectural features. Its rarity makes it an important example of how churches were designed and built in remote colonial communities.

Location: New South Wales

Inception: September 13, 1838

GPS coordinates: -33.82971,150.65564

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:20