Christ Church, Bray, Gothic Revival church in Bray, Ireland.

Christ Church is a Gothic Revival church in Bray that features pointed arches, carved stone details, and large stained glass windows. The interior spaces are illuminated by natural light through these windows, which showcase intricate craftsmanship and decorative patterns throughout.

Christ Church was consecrated on 25 July 1863, St James' Day, built in local granite in a simple French Gothic style with Irish medieval-derived windows. The tower and 53.3 m spire were begun in 1865 and finished only in 1870 after storm delays. The tower stood empty for a decade until a peal of eight bells, urged on by William Ewart Gladstone's 1877 remark, was hung and first rung in 1881.

The church continues to serve as a central meeting place for religious ceremonies and community gatherings in Bray. You can observe how the space remains actively used for worship and local events throughout the year.

The church is located near Bray's coast and welcomes visitors to explore its architecture and interior spaces. When planning a visit, check if guided tours are available to better understand the architectural details and design choices.

The tower rises 53.3 m (175 ft) and was finished only in 1870, seven years after the church opened, because storms delayed the work. Its peal of eight bells, first rung in 1881, is still sounded at midnight on 31 December; a remark by Prime Minister William Ewart Gladstone during an 1877 visit to Bray prompted the collection that paid for them.