It was built in 1834 in the neoclassical style and has been served by the Rosminians since 1841, it was their first church in the UK, and outside of Italy.

[3] In 1833, Fr Benjamin Hulme came to Loughborough and started a mission there.

In 1841, led by Aloysius Gentili, they began serving the church.

A new nave and portico entrance were added facing on to the street.

The parts of the church from before the extensions were added became the chancel, Lady chapel and sacristy.