Church of St Ignatius, Meadow Street, now known as Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa of the Immaculate Conception - Preston
Designed by JJ Scholes in 1833 and extended in 1858 and 1885-6, this is an early example of a Gothic Revival church built in a Perpendicular style. Comprising tower, transepts, and tall narrow nave with low broad aisles, it forms the focal point of a formal square. Elements including the aisle roofs have been repaired over time to address water ingress and corrosion of iron cramps. However, threats to the roof and masonry remain, with rot and movement evident. The congregation is focussed on raising funds and addressing these issues.
Site Details
- Designated Site Name:
- CHURCH OF ST IGNATIUS
- Heritage Category:
- Listed Building grade II*
- List Entry Number:
- 1218482
- Local Planning Authority:
- Preston
- Site Type:
- Religious ritual and funerary > Church
Location
- Building Name:
- Church of St Ignatius
- Street Name:
- Meadow Street
- Locality:
- Preston
- County:
- Lancashire
- District / Borough:
- Preston
- Parliamentary Constituency:
- Preston
- Region:
- North West
Assessment Information
- Assessment Type:
- Place of worship
- Condition:
- Poor
- Priority:
- A - Immediate risk of further rapid deterioration or loss of fabric; no solution agreed
- Previous Priority:
- A
- Ownership:
- Religious organisation
- Designation:
- Listed Place of Worship grade II*, CA
Contact Details
Karen Heverin 0161 242 1416
Next steps
Read more about this historic site on the National Heritage List for England