All Saints' Church, Newcastle upon Tyne

All Saints' Church is a Georgian-era religious building in Newcastle upon Tyne distinguished by its elliptical floor plan and twenty-seven windows that flood the interior with natural light. The nave ceiling features decorative plasterwork and the entire structure was built without internal supporting columns.

The structure was completed between 1786 and 1796 to replace an earlier medieval religious building that occupied the same location in the city. Architect David Stephenson designed the new building and its distinctive tower, which became a notable feature of the local skyline.

The building shows how Georgian religious spaces were designed to feel open and connected, with its curved shape creating an intimate setting for worship. The refined plasterwork and proportions reflect the tastes of merchants and professionals who funded such structures in the city.

The interior has multiple levels with galleries above that offer different viewing perspectives of the space. Access points are available at the main facade, making it straightforward to enter from the front of the building.

The building holds the distinction of being England's sole church with a complete elliptical floor plan, an extraordinary architectural choice for its time. This curved design allows sightlines from every point in the nave toward the altar without any obstructing columns.

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Inception: 1786

Architects: David Stephenson

Website: https://allsaintspres.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 54.97010,-1.60695

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45