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St Agatha's
St Agathas Church - Kingston upon Thames.jpg
Location 1 Wyndham Road, Kingston upon Thames KT2 5JR
Country England, United Kingdom
Denomination Roman Catholic
Website Official website: https://www.stagathaschurch.org.uk/
History
Founded 1899
Founder(s) Louisa Curry
Architecture
Architect(s) John Kelly
Style Italianate
Administration
Parish Kingston
Diocese Archdiocese of Southwark

St Agatha's is a beautiful Roman Catholic church located in Kingston upon Thames, London. It's a special place of worship dedicated to Saint Agatha of Sicily.

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A Look at Its History and Style

This church was built a long time ago, in 1899. A kind person named Louisa Curry helped pay for it. The church was designed by an architect named John Kelly from Leeds.

The building has a special look called Italianate style. This means it was designed to look like buildings from Italy, often with grand features.

What Does 'Grade II Listed' Mean?

St Agatha's Church is also a Grade II listed building. This means it's an important historical building in England. Historic England protects it to make sure it stays safe for many years.

Where to Find St Agatha's

You can find St Agatha's Church on Wyndham Road in Kingston upon Thames. It's a busy part of London, and the church stands out with its unique design. It serves the local Roman Catholic community in the area.

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