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The City : City Churches to Visit

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1. St Paul’s Cathedral
2. St Bartholomew-the-Great

London’s oldest church, St Bartholomew, was built in the 12th century. Several Norman architectural details may be seen.
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.
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.
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.
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.
7. All Hallows by the Tower

Take a 40-minute audio tour of the church, which dates from Saxon times.
8. St Stephen Walbrook

The Lord Mayor’s parish church is considered to be Wren’s finest.
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.
10. St Lawrence Jewry

Beautiful stained glass windows of historic figures are the highlight here.