A Grade II listed Roman Catholic parish church designed by Ingress Bell, completed in the heart of Surrey in 1881.
At a glance
Sacred Heart Church is a Victorian-era Catholic parish church located in Caterham, Surrey. Built in 1881, it occupies a prominent site between Essendene Road and Whyteleafe Road, just off the High Street. The building holds Grade II listed status, reflecting its architectural and historical importance.
History
The church was completed in 1881 as a Roman Catholic parish building, designed by architect Ingress Bell. It emerged during a period of Catholic church expansion in Victorian England, serving the growing Catholic community in Caterham and the surrounding Surrey region.
What you see
Designed by Ingress Bell, the church reflects nineteenth-century ecclesiastical architecture. Its Grade II listing confirms the building’s architectural merit and historical significance within the local landscape.
Cultural significance
Sacred Heart Church represents Victorian-era Catholic institutional presence in Surrey. Its protected status acknowledges both its architectural character and role in the religious and community life of Caterham.
Key facts
- Country: United Kingdom
- City: Caterham-on-the-Hill, Surrey
- Coordinates: 51.287365, −0.086702
- Built: 1881
- Architect: Ingress Bell
- Grade II listed building
Practical information & getting there
The church is located on the High Street in Caterham-on-the-Hill, between Essendene Road and Whyteleafe Road. For current opening hours and service times, consult the church’s website or local visitor information.
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