St James’s Church, Piccadilly, Anglican church in Piccadilly, London, England
St James's Church is an Anglican place of worship in Westminster with symmetrical brick walls and large arched windows. A square tower rises above the main entrance and sets a clear accent in the street view.
Architect Christopher Wren designed the building in 1676 as part of reconstruction after the fire of 1666. The church served from the start as a parish place for the newly developed district around Piccadilly street.
The name refers to the apostle James, and the congregation uses the space for regular worship and concerts. Visitors can experience the quiet garden beside the building as a retreat in the middle of a busy district.
The church opens daily and allows visitors to view the interior outside service times. The entrance lies directly on Piccadilly street, and the garden is reachable through a side path.
The wooden carvings by Grinling Gibbons inside show flowers, fruits and leaves in unusually fine detail. These artworks rank among the best examples of Baroque wood art in England and draw art lovers from many countries.
Location: City of Westminster
Inception: 1676
Architects: Christopher Wren
Architectural style: English Baroque
Website: http://st-james-piccadilly.org
GPS coordinates: 51.50860,-0.13667
Latest update: December 20, 2025 16:07
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