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BuildingsThe history of the founding and building of the two churches in the parish of St. Mary, Spring Grove in the second half of the nineteenth century is described in Heston and Isleworth Churches of British History online. More recently, a Parish Centre comprising two church halls has been built. to provide a variety of opportunities for worship and community use. Click to go to Parish Centre below > Church BuildingsSt Mary's church is just south of the Great West Road (A4) near Osterley The church, built in 1856 of Bath stone in the Decorated Gothic style, is a striking and pleasing local landmark with its tall spire and clock. It is situated on a quiet, wide, tree-lined road. The church has north and south porches at the western end providing access to its spacious interior and the opportunity to view the stained glass windows. Click here for a guided tour of our stained glass windows > The central area (the nave) seats around 200 people and together with the gallery and aisles can accommodate 450 for major occasions. There is a small chapel and the front area (the chancel) can be re-arranged to allow both intimate services and large community events such as those staged by muscial organisations in our community. Click on Community Links for details > St Luke's church is situated near the centre of The church, which is brick, was built about 1880. It has an extension meeting room, vestry, kitchen and small hall. It is used for Sunday and midweek services and for other community events, such as a monthly coffee morning. Parish CentreThe Parish Centre, which comprises the Millennium Hall and Centenary Hall, is located in St Mary's grounds and offers excellent opportunites for varied worship and community use.
The hall has photovoltaic solar panels, which supply electricity to both halls and the grid. Click here to read a case study about the photovoltaic system >> The Centenary Hall, which was built for the church's centenary in 1956, is a modernised, medium sized building with a single main hall, kitchen and toilet facilities. Both halls are available for hire by the community when not being used for church services or events. Click to go to the Hall Booking page >
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