St Alban’s Church is a historic landmark located just outside Boddington along Pinjarra-Williams Road. Built in 1894, the church stands as a lasting reminder of the town’s early settlement and community life, offering visitors a tangible connection to the past.
The foundation stone was laid by Arthur Batt on Tuesday, 17 April 1894. Although Arthur Batt was initially supposed to lay the stone, he inexplicably failed to attend the ceremony. Since the stone was already inscribed, his son, also named Arthur Batt, took his place. Construction of the Church continued throughout 1894, carried out by the contractors under the guidance of architect Mr Howard Evans of Fremantle.
The Church is a single-story, 3-bay Gothic-style building featuring mostly polished jarrah floors, pews, and furnishings with stained glass windows. The church can seat up to 60 people. It contains an Honour Board listing District Servicemen from World War I and a plaque commemorating World War II veterans. The building remains in excellent condition today.
Whether admired for its history, architecture or tranquil setting, St Alban’s Church is a meaningful and rewarding stop along the road.
