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Holy Trinity Twickenham
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Holy Trinity Twickenham
OS grid reference TQ 15366 72894
Location 1 Vicarage Road, Twickenham TW2 5TS
Country England
Denomination Church of England
Architecture
Years built 1841
Administration
Deanery Hampton
Archdeaconry Middlesex
Diocese Diocese of London

Holy Trinity Twickenham is a special Church of England church. It stands on Twickenham Green in Twickenham, which is part of the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. This church was built a long time ago to help the main church, St Mary's, because it was getting too crowded.

Holy Trinity Church: A Special Place

Holy Trinity Twickenham is known as a Grade II listed building. This means it is an important historical building. It is protected so that it can be kept safe for many years to come.

What is a Listed Building?

A listed building is like a treasure. It has special historical or architectural importance. The government protects these buildings. This ensures they are not changed or knocked down without permission. Holy Trinity Church became a Grade II listed building on May 6, 1952.

Why Was This Church Built?

The church was built in 1841. Before Holy Trinity, the main church in the area, St Mary's, was very busy. Many people wanted to attend services there. A politician named Sir William Clay helped lead a campaign. This campaign aimed to build a new church. Holy Trinity was built to give more space for people to worship.

Who Designed and Built It?

The original design for Holy Trinity Church was created by George Basevi. He was a famous architect. The church was first built in 1841. Later, in 1863, the church was made even bigger. This extension added more space for the growing community.

Who Leads the Church Today?

The person who leads the church is called the vicar. The current vicar of Holy Trinity Twickenham is Simon Couper. He helps guide the church community.

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