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"Every community should have its Grand Junction."
WHAT WE DO
A community, arts & heritage venue in the heart of Paddington.
A 10 minutes walk from Paddington Station, , set beside the Grand Union Canal, St Mary Magdalene’s is one of the finest neo-Gothic churches in England. Grade 1 Listed, it was built in the 1860s and 70s by Victorian architect G E Street, the church is renowned for its architecture, stained glass, and arguably the most remarkable painted ceiling in an English parish church. From the mid-20th century the church fell into disrepair. It has now been lovingly restored and a beautiful new building has been added alongside, designed by Dow Jones Architects, which provides a café, learning studio and visitor facilities.
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Managed by a local charity, the Paddington Development Trust, we run a lively year-round programme of music, family theatre, exhibitions, tours, classes and workshops for adults and young people. The church is open regularly to visitors to enjoy its architecture and history, [see public opening times].St Mary Magdalene’s was built as a church for all the community. Grand Junction both renews and develops its original purpose, by bringing communities together through arts, heritage and community activities, reflecting the cultural diversity of 21st century London.
Meet the TEam
Joanne Merritt-Hall
Participation and Engagement Manager
Registered charity No. 1080883
Paddington Development Trust
PDT was formed in 1998 by local residents who remain at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to bring people together and support them to take charge of their own individual and shared futures.
We do this through volunteering projects, supporting people into employment, self-employment and training, and through projects that enhance the built environment and provide additional facilities for local people.
Further information at: www.pdt.org.uk
PDT Value
- Wellbeing supporting people to feel healthier and connected
- Opportunities & Work enabling people to learn new skills find good jobs and build better futures
- Places creating greener, climate-resilient and more welcoming neighbourhoods
- Creativity bringing people together through culture, learning and wellbeing at our hubs
- Partnerships collaborating with others to maximise outcomes for our communities
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GET INVOLVED
Join the Grand Junction community
Volunteer, partner with us, or find out how you canplay a part in what we do.
OUR IMPACT
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Every pound we make through our tours, events, bar and private hire goes back into supporting the work we do with the local community and the continued restoration of our historic Grade I listed building for future generations to enjoy.
MEDIA & STORIES
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SUPPORT US
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