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St Alban's, Cheam
Cheam, St Alban the Martyr
St Alban, Elmbrook Road, Cheam - Foundation stone (geograph 1791356).jpg
Foundation stone
Location Elmbrook Road, Cheam, London Borough of Sutton
Country England, United Kingdom
Denomination Church of England
Website (Cheam parish)
Architecture
Architect(s) Charles J Marshall and Edward Swan
Years built 1930
Specifications
Materials brick, timber
Administration
Parish Cheam
Diocese SOUTHWARK
Division Croydon Archdeanery

St Alban's, Cheam, also known as the Church of St Alban the Martyr, is a special church in the London Borough of Sutton. It is one of three Church of England churches in the area of Cheam. This church was built in 1930 and has a unique history.

How the Church Was Built

St Alban's Church was inspired by another church called the Barn Church in North Sheen (now part of Kew). The architects decided to use materials from an old farm. These materials came from the farmhouse, barns, and other buildings at Cheam Court Farm.

Materials from an Old Farm

Using old farm materials made the church very special. It's like recycling history! The farm buildings might even have been connected to Henry VIII of England's famous Nonsuch Palace. This means parts of the church could be very old indeed.

The Architects Behind the Design

Edward Swan, who designed the Barn Church, also helped design St Alban's. He worked with Charles J Marshall to create this unique building. They used brick and timber, giving the church a warm and traditional feel.

Church Services and Activities

St Alban's Church is an active place of worship for the community.

Weekly Services

  • Every Sunday, there is a worship service at 10:30 am.
  • On Wednesdays, a weekday Eucharist service is held at 10:00 am.
  • On the first Sunday of each month, an Evensong service takes place at 6:00 pm.

These services are a chance for people to come together, pray, and learn more about their faith.

See also

Gallery

  • St Albans Church, Cheam, SUTTON, Surrey, Greater London 09

    St Alban's Church

  • St Alban, Elmbrook Road, Cheam - Pulpit (geograph 1791363)

    The pulpit, where sermons are given

  • St Alban, Elmbrook Road, Cheam - Chancel (geograph 1791362)

    The chancel, the area around the altar

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