A PILE of rubble now stands in the place of an iconic Worcester church.

The demolition of Holy Trinity and St Matthew's in Ronkswood took place after experts called time on the building.

Industrial diggers were used to pull down the church, which was affectionately known as The Drum because of its unique design.

A purpose-built, multi-use building for the congregation and community will replace the church.

Although the physical building has gone, members of the community can keep an image of the church in their homes.

Unframed prints of The Drum are being sold to raise money for the new building.

They are available to buy at Ronkswood Post Office, of Lichfield Avenue, and cost £5, with all proceeds going towards church funds.

Angie Hughes, churchwarden, said: “The love that people have shown for our church which so sadly had to be demolished has been incredible.

“These prints have been taken from the original painting by renowned local artist David Birtwhistle and we hope that it might provide a lasting memento of the building to someone whose wedding or baptism took place in the church.”