Top 10 City Churches to Visit
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1. St Paul’s Cathedral
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2. St Bartholomew-the-Great
London’s oldest church, St Bartholomew, was built in the 12th century. Several Norman architectural details may be seen.
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3. St Mary-le-Bow
Located in Cheapside, St Mary-le-Bow was rebuilt by Wren following its destruction in the Great Fire of London in 1666.
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4. St Sepulchre-without-Newgate
The largest church in the city, St Sepulchre is famous for its peal of 12 bells. Lunchtime concerts are held on Tue and Wed.
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5. St Katherine Cree
One of eight churches to survive the Great Fire, it dates from about 1630. Purcell and Handel both played on its organ.
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6. St Magnus the Martyr
Designed by Wren in the 1670s, the church retains his elegant pulpit. Lunchtime recitals are held on Tuesdays throughout the year.
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7. All Hallows by the Tower
Take a 40-minute audio tour of the church, which dates from Saxon times.
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8. St Stephen Walbrook
The Lord Mayor’s parish church is considered to be Wren’s finest.
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9. Anne and St Agnes
This Lutheran church has its own choir, the St Anne’s Singers. Lunchtime concerts are held on Mon and Fri.
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10. St Lawrence Jewry
Beautiful stained glass windows of historic figures are the highlight here.
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