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St Joseph's Church, Newbury

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St Joseph's Church, Newbury
St Joseph's Church, Newbury

St Joseph's Church is a parish of the Roman Catholic Church in Newbury, Berkshire, England, part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth. It is noted for its historic parish church, built from 1926 to 1928 in the Italianate style. It is located on the corner of London Road and Western Avenue north of the town centre. According to Historic England, which awarded it Grade II listed status in May 2023, the church is a "major local landmark".

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St Joseph's Church, Newbury
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