St Matthew's Church, Preston

#43 among attractions in Preston

Gothic Revival architecture, Church

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Facts and practical information

St Matthew's Church, is in New Hall Lane, Preston, Lancashire, England. It is an active Anglican parish church in the deanery of Preston, the archdeaconry of Lancaster, and the diocese of Blackburn. The church was built in 1881–83 to a design by James Hibbert. In 1932–33 Henry Paley of the Lancaster practice of Austin and Paley added a chapel and vestries and completed the chancel at a cost of £2,637. The plan of the church consists of a nave, north and south aisles, a chancel with a canted apse, and a porch treated as a transept. Hartwell and Pevsner in the Buildings of England series comment that it is "an interesting building by the architect of the Harris Museum. ()

Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 53°45'49"N, 2°40'34"W

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St. Matthew'sPreston United Kingdom

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+44 1772 794312

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St Matthew's Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Harris Museum, St George's Shopping Centre, Covered Market, Deepdale.

1 miW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Harris Museum, Preston
25 min walk • Steeped in history and culture, the Harris Museum stands as a testament to the rich heritage of Preston, England. Situated in the heart of the city, this Grade I listed building is not only an architectural gem but also a treasure trove of art, history, and human...
1.1 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
St George's Shopping Centre, Preston
28 min walk • St George's Shopping Centre, formerly The Mall Preston and The Mall St George, is a shopping centre in the city of Preston, Lancashire, England.
1 miW
Market, Shopping, Flea market
Covered Market, Preston
26 min walk • The Covered Market in Earl Street, Preston, Lancashire, England is a Grade II listed landmark structure built 1870-75. After three aborted attempts to start the project in the early 1800s, and a serious construction accident in 1870 that set back progress, the covered market was finished in 1875.
0.8 miNW
Arenas and stadiums, Football, Sport
Deepdale, Preston
20 min walk • Deepdale is a football stadium in the Deepdale area of Preston, England, the home of Preston North End. Deepdale is "widely recognised as being the oldest 'continuously used' football stadium in the world, though this is contested".
1.3 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Fishergate Shopping Centre, Preston
34 min walk • Fishergate Shopping Centre is a shopping centre in the city of Preston in Lancashire, England.
1 miW
Monuments and statues, Memorial
Preston Cenotaph, Preston
26 min walk • The Preston Cenotaph stands in Market Square, Preston, Lancashire, England, and is a monument to soldiers from Preston who perished in World War I and II.
0.8 miW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa, Preston
22 min walk • The Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa also known as St Ignatius Church is a Catholic cathedral of the Syro-Malabar rite in Preston, Lancashire.
0.9 miW
Convention center, Theater, Concerts and shows
Preston Guild Hall, Preston
23 min walk • Preston Guild Hall is an entertainment venue in Preston, Lancashire, England.
0.5 miW
Museum, History museum, Children's museum
Museum of Lancashire, Preston
13 min walk • The Museum of Lancashire is an historic collection in Preston in Lancashire, England. The museum, which is based in the old Sessions House, is a Grade II listed building.
1.1 miW
Church, Romanesque architecture
Church of St George the Martyr, Preston
29 min walk • The Church of St George the Martyr is in George's Road, off Lune St, Preston, Lancashire, England. It is an active Anglican parish church in the deanery of Preston, the archdeaconry of Lancaster, and the diocese of Blackburn. Its benefice is united with that of St John, Preston.
1.2 miSW
Park
Winckley Square, Preston
30 min walk • Winckley Square is situated near the centre of Preston, Lancashire, England, at the west end of Avenham. The square was first established in 1801, around Town End Field owned by Thomas Winckley, as an exclusive residential area for the town's gentry.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St Matthew's Church?

Nearby attractions include St Joseph's Church, Preston (5 min walk), St Luke's Church, Preston (9 min walk), St Mary's Church, Preston (12 min walk), Museum of Lancashire, Preston (13 min walk).

How to get to St Matthew's Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St Matthew's Church:

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London Road opposite Queen Street;London Road/GUS • Lines: 112, 125, 153 (13 min walk)
Queen Street • Lines: 109, 112, 125, 153 (13 min walk)