Beechtrees, Digmoor, Skelmersdale WN8
Post-Vatican II church at the heart of one of the residential estates in Skelmersdale new town.
The church was built in 1977, to serve the Digmoor area of Skelmersdale, southeast of the town centre. It is octagonal on plan, clad externally in brick. A pyramidal roof rises up to a central raised lantern. Internally the walls are faced with granite blocks. Laminated timber ribs rise up to the central lantern. Side (Lady) chapel with modern glass brought in from a former convent at Liscard, Wallasey. The stone altar, ambo and font were introduced by a recent parish priest. The timber reredos came from a former Anglican church.
Entry amended by AHP 11.01.2021
Architect: Not established
Original Date: 1977
Conservation Area: No
Listed Grade: Not Listed
