Grand Junction volunteers actively collect and preserve the important history to share on these pages. Explore the heritage of Paddington and its people, along with one of the finest neo-Gothic churches in the country.
GRAND JUNCTION DIGITAL GUIDE
Explore our stunning Grade I listed Victorian building with our exciting new interactive digital tour.
Created in collaboration with a brilliant team of heritage volunteers and digital AR agency Zubr, the Digital Guide shares over 150 years of Grand Junction’s history in an innovative new way. Meet historic figures connected to the church, see old photos, uncover hidden details, and enjoy augmented reality (AR) experiences as you explore the building.
The Digital Guide is part of You Are Here, a three-year heritage project at Grand Junction connecting people and places, made possible by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
St Mary Magdalene Church
The St Mary Magdalene Church was built by Founder and first vicar, Fr Richard Temple West, and architect, GE Street, as a place of worship and community for the lower working class. Learn of its reconstruction, consecration and history.
History of North Paddington
North Paddington has gone through a range of changes that affected the area. Learn about its heritage through events, such as the construction of Grand Junction Canal and the development of the Great Western Railway.
The Chapel of St Sepulchre
Located in the Undercroft of St Mary Magdalene’s Church, the Chapel of St Sepulchre is an integral part of the church’s history. Learn about the heritage of this holy site, its architect, Ninian Comper, and the recent restoration.
Building Grand Junction
Opening up the St Mary Magdalene Church to the community, Grand Junction was established as a living heritage centre. This virtual exhibition introduces the conservation work done to our church and the construction of Grand Junction’s new community wing.
LIVING HERITAGE RESEARCH
A range of content curated by our Heritage Pioneer Volunteers through a range of mediums such as podcasts, video essays and research articles, you will get a chance to learn about the history surrounding Paddington through different voices.
“It is most necessary to avoid rusticity in any way, whether in material, design, or execution.”
George Edmund Street
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