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Cathedrals Β· South East England

St Albans Church

In or near Purbrook.

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St Albans Church is a cathedral in the United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Best time of year
Year-round
Nearest railway station
Warblington Β· 1.6 km
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

St Albans Church is a cathedral in england south east, United Kingdom β€” the principal church of its diocese. Cathedrals are seats of bishops in the Church of England, the Roman Catholic Church, and other Christian denominations across Britain.

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From the Wikipedia article

St Alban's Church is a Church of England parish church situated in West Leigh, Hampshire, England.

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Background

History

The church in its original location in the Naval Galley was dedicated on 7 April 1957 by the Bishop of Portsmouth (Launcelot Fleming). The current church building next to Havant & Waterlooville F.C. was built in 1965-66 and dedicated on 16 July 1966.

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Coordinates
50.8679, -0.9716
County
Hampshire
District
Havant
Parish
Havant, unparished area
Postcode
PO9 5RU
Parliamentary constituency
Havant
Nearest railway station
Warblington β€” 1.6 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near St Albans Church

Places to stay

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Caravan parks Β· South East England

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Frequently asked questions

Where is St Albans Church?
St Albans Church is in Hampshire, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode PO9 5RU), in the parish of Havant, unparished area.
What is St Albans Church?
St Albans Church is a cathedral in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to St Albans Church?
The nearest railway station is Warblington, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode PO9 5RU.
How do I get to St Albans Church?
The nearest railway station is Warblington, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PO9 5RU.