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ST MARGARETS CHURCH

This was built as a financial speculation by Barnard Gregory and was called after his wife, Margaret. The builders were Messrs Cooper & Lynn of Brighton and it was opened for worship on 26 December 1824. The church was restored and extended in 1875. In Cannon Street was a mission hall attached to this Church, built in 1878, and another in Carlton Row built in 1891. For many years this was the wealthiest, most fashionable Church in Brighton. The character of the neighbourhood changed greatly during the past 30 years, and the benefices and the parish was united with Christ Church, Montpelier Road. The last service was held in the Church on 30 September 1956. It stood empty for nearly three years, before being demolished in July 1959. Date of photographs – 25 June 1957

Image Reference: JG_29_082.tif
Date: 1957
Image Details: Original monochrome image
Size of Original: 111x152
Place: Brighton
Additional Information: Architect: Charles Busby. Demolished June 1959

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