Built between 1955-57 by architectural firm Caroe and Partners, St. Mary Bredin was originally built to a traditional plan: nave and chancel with a small vestry on the (liturgically) north side and a brick tower under which was the original main entrance.
There was one piece of stained glass in the (liturgical) east window designed by Francis Spear although the church actually faces south west. In 1993 a church centre was built and a narthex constructed linking it to the church. This became known as "The Link."
In 2005 SMB (as it is colloquially known) underwent a major overhaul from Purcell Architects costing £750,000. The brick (liturgical) north wall of the church was joined to the church centre and offices via an extended narthex, which could also be used as a space for additional seating should it be required. A series of doorways were built into the wall allowing easy access into the nave, which was also majorly altered. The wooden benches and pulpit were removed and the seating orientated so that the congregation now faces the (liturgical) south wall where the speaker's platform and large screen is situated. The original sanctuary is still in situ, but it now appears to be a forgotten space at the back of the church. Text by Rob Baker.
