The church is rather fine, and on the occasion of the annual LMS Pilgrimage to this shrine, the foremost Marian shrine in the Archdiocese of Wesminster, I have photographed it: see here. The shrine itself is in a side chapel.
Before restoration:

After restoration:
Fr Willis discovered that the apse, marble, decoration and all had simply been hidden behind sheets of hardboard. It was just waiting to be rediscovered.
A fantastic achievement; I can't wait, now, to go back!
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The main church. The shrine is off to the left. |
Gosh, what a find! I remember going on a pilgrimage to this shrine some 35 years ago with a member of Opus Dei. It looks a lot better now.
ReplyDeleteWow! How much better is that?!
ReplyDeleteStunning! On a couple of occasions when working in NW London I have had time to visit the shrine. I very much look forward to seeing the restoration. News of a regular Latin Mass is also most welcome.
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