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Showcasing the imprint of Gothic sensibilities & the influences of the Neo Gothic movement in London’s Architecture
Situated on #PotteryLane in #NottingHill - once considered to be London’s most ‘wretched’ & notorious slum - the #StFrancisofAssisi church built in 1860 as part of a religious mission to reform the district. Led by #HenryRawes, this #Catholic church was designed by #HenryClutton & #JohnFrancisBentley in the #GothicRevival style & dedicated to the founder of the #FranciscanOrder
In Source: St Francis Church
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#Grade2Listed the #GroveGardensChapel boasts a unique cruciform structure formed from stone & several ornate decorations inc. a stained glass panel portraying scenes from the Bible. Built in 1877 in the #GothicRevival style by #ArthurBlomfield as the #RichmondOldCemetery chapel, structural decay caused by #ClimateChange is being restored by the charity group #Habitats&Heritage.
In Source: Grove Gardens Chapel
#RomanCatholic church #HolyTrinityBrookGreen began ecclesiastical life servicing its #Catholic parish, it sits at the heart of a large & diverse French & Arabic speaking population, due its proximity to #FrenchLycee & #SyriacCatholicChurch. Built 1853, in the elaborately ornate #DecoratedGothic style by #WilliamWardell, It offers courses & events to support religious life.
In Source: Holy Trinity Church
Hidden from the heavy foot-traffic of commercial life, #FitzroviaChapel is one of the most colourful examples of the #GothicRevival movement within the city. Reflecting a warm light via its polychrome marble, decorated #Mosaics & ornate tile work, this masterpiece by #JohnLoughboroughPearson stages unique exhibitions & events, inc. the 2024 Christmas message by #KingCharlesIII.
In Source: Fitzrovia Chapel
Dedicated to #StAlban the 1st English Christian martyr in 1896, this former #Church built in 1896 in the #FrenchGothic style, uses ribbed vaults & flying buttresses to distribute weight & support prodigious height & volume. Boasting its religious history through a gilded image of angels & tall #StainedGlass, it is now home to the thriving #LandmarkArtsCentre #ArtsEducation.
In Source: Landmark Arts Centre
Located on London’s #VictoriaEmbankment with views across the #RiverThames, this uniquely English project of architect #ArthurBlomfield, emphasises strong vertical lines, large windows & elaborate vaulting, typical of the #PerpendicularGothic style. Now a converted office space it was once home to the illustrious #SionCollege, an institution that trains #ChurchOfEngland clergy.
In Source: Sion Hall
North of the #RoyalAlbertHall, inside #KensingtonGardens you will find this stalwart remembrance commissioned by #QueenVictoria in 1872, in dedication to her late husband #PrinceAlbert, who died in 1861 aged 42. Designed by #GeorgeGilbertScott, this #GothicRevival pavilion enshrines a gilt-bronze statue as an immortal reminder of his status as an innovator across Europe.
In Source: Albert Memorial
The tall ‘protector’ towering in London’s #Strand district, the #LawCourts was designed by architect #GeorgeEdmundStreet in the #GothicRevival style & is one of the largest #LegalCourts in Europe. Author #ReginaldTurner once described these halls as the last great ‘secular’ #GothicRevival building, soak up the atmosphere – you’re walking in hallowed halls!
In Source: Royal Court of Justice
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The heart of London's #OxfordMovement & the #MagnumOpus of architect #WilliamButterfield. This #AngloCatholic site of worship & religious history is one of the oldest churches rendered in the #HighVictorianGothic style which is still in operation. With a rich choral history, this church is not just an #ArchitecturalGem, but a powerful #Masterpiece in London's city skyline.
In Source: All Saints Church
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