St Mary-le-Bow, Church building in Cheapside, City of London, United Kingdom
The red brick church features a tall spire measuring 221 feet, decorated with Portland stone details and large arches supported by compound piers.
After the Great Fire of London in 1666, architect Christopher Wren rebuilt the church with an English Baroque design, completing the tower construction in 1680.
According to tradition, individuals born within the sound range of the church bells qualify as true Cockneys, connecting London residents to their heritage.
The church remains open Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with Bank, Mansion House, and St Paul's serving as the nearest Underground stations.
The twelve bells of St Mary-le-Bow feature in the nursery rhyme 'Oranges and Lemons' and called Dick Whittington back to London in 1392.
Location: City of London
Inception: 1671
Architects: Christopher Wren
Architectural style: English Baroque
Email: info@stmarylebow.co.uk
Website: http://stmarylebow.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.51371,-0.09357
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:27
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