An Anglican parish church in north London, designed by W. D. Caröe and built in the early twentieth century. Its Grade II listing reflects the architectural quality of this Edwardian church.
At a glance
St Matthew’s is an Anglican parish church serving the Willesden area of the London Borough of Brent. Completed in 1906, it stands at the corner of St Mary’s Road and Fawcett Road, a prominent location in the local streetscape. The church belongs to the Diocese of London and sits within the deanery of Brent.
History
Construction began in 1900 and concluded six years later. W. D. Caröe, a leading ecclesiastical architect of the period, designed the church to serve the expanding residential community of Willesden. The building’s completion marked a significant investment in Anglican provision for the growing suburb.
What you see
The church exemplifies early twentieth-century Anglican architecture under Caröe’s direction. Its Grade II listing acknowledges architectural merit worthy of national protection. The building occupies a corner site, making it a recognisable landmark in its locality.
Cultural significance
St Matthew’s represents the expansion of London’s Anglican infrastructure during the Edwardian era, when suburbs such as Willesden developed rapidly. Caröe’s involvement underlines the church’s standing within ecclesiastical architectural history.
Key facts
- Country: United Kingdom
- Location: London Borough of Brent, London
- Built: 1900–1906
- Architect: W. D. Caröe
- Designation: Grade II listed building
- Coordinates: 51.5417, -0.2489
- Diocese: Diocese of London (Deanery of Brent, Archdeaconry of Northolt)
Practical information & getting there
St Matthew’s Church is located at the corner of St Mary’s Road and Fawcett Road in Willesden, within the London Borough of Brent. For opening hours, services, and visiting information, contact the church directly or consult the Diocese of London website.
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