St Mary Magdalene's Church, Hastings
Facts and practical information
St Mary Magdalene's Church is a Greek Orthodox place of worship in St Leonards-on-Sea, a town and seaside resort which is part of the Borough of Hastings in East Sussex, England. Dedicated to Jesus' companion Mary Magdalene and built in 1852 for Anglican worshippers in the growing new town of St Leonards-on-Sea, a seaside resort which had been laid out from the 1820s, the church's prominent position on the skyline overlooking the town was enhanced in 1872 by the addition of a tower. No longer required by the Anglican community in the 1980s, it was quickly bought by the Greek Orthodox Church and converted into a place of worship in accordance with their requirements. The alterations were minimal, though, and the building retains many of its original fittings and its "archaeologically correct Gothic" exterior which reflected architectural norms of the early Victorian era. English Heritage has listed the church at Grade II for its architectural and historical importance. ()
St Mary Magdalene's Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Hastings Contemporary, Priory Meadow Shopping Centre, Hastings Castle, Horntye Park Sports Complex.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to St Mary Magdalene's Church by public transport?
Train
- St Leonards Warrior Square (7 min walk)
- Hastings (16 min walk)
Bus
- Hastings Town Centre, Railway Station (16 min walk)