St James's Church

Heritage Open Day: The Church is Pugin's very first church design. The foundation stone was laid in December 1837. Extensions were added in the 20th century. Built in the Norman style it is a rarity among Pugin's designs. Completed in 1840, it was among the first Catholic churches to be built in England after the Reformation and is sited over the ruins of Reading Abbey. Visitors will be able to become familiar with the contents of a modern Catholic Church. There will be a display abo

Fri 11 Sep:1100-1600, Talk 1500. Sat 12 Sep:1100-1600, Talk 1500. Sun 13 Sep:1300-1600, Talk 1500. Free Entry. For more information and last-minute updates, please visit the Heritage Open Days websit

St. James Church, Forbury Road, Reading, Berkshire RG1 3FD

Fri 11 Sep to Sun 13 Sep 2015

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