•  Early Beginnings (1938)
  Following the First World War, Radcliffe-on-Trent grew into a dormitory suburb of Nottingham, attracting new settlers, including many Catholics. To meet their spiritual needs, Fr. Woodbridge of West Bridgford opened a Mass Centre in ‘The Lodge’ at Wharfe End in 1938. 

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• The English Martyrs Chapel (1940)
  In 1940, a corrugated-iron building on Shelford Road was purchased and dedicated to The English Martyrs. Initially, Sunday Mass was celebrated monthly, increasing to weekly in 1948 as the Catholic community grew.

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• Opening of St Anne’s Church (1962)
  On 26th July 1962, the current church building was opened, blessed, and dedicated to St Anne. Originally intended to serve as a parish hall until a larger church was built, it has remained the main place of worship for the community. Over the years, it has been altered and extended to better serve its congregation.

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• Modern Developments

  • 1982: Additions included catering facilities, a meeting room, and extra seating.

  • 1990s: The presbytery was extended, adding an office, a reception room, and a new sacristy.

  • 2002: On the 40th anniversary of its dedication, the church was consecrated by Bishop McMahon.