Sunday 31 January 2016

O is for Old St Paul's: a fine timber Gothic Revival church


My ambling around Thorndon found me spending quiet time in the fine timber church, Old St Paul's, built in 1866.

I wonder if Katherine Mansfield's family would have walked down the hill to attend services here?

The interior is warm and inviting, the woodwork simple and masterful using native timber, the stained glass windows reflecting beautifully in the late afternoon sun.

A special atmosphere.

I particularly liked the exterior wood finishes, the angles, lines and circular details were very pleasing as was the magnificent spire against the deep blue of the sky today.

It also has a wonderful Christmas Shop, I will let Shawni know so she can collect more ornaments over the years.

No comments: