Church of the Immaculate Conception, Farm Street, Gothic Revival Catholic church in Mayfair, London.
The Church of the Immaculate Conception on Farm Street is a Gothic Revival church building in Mayfair, London, featuring a soaring pointed vault over the main nave. The interior includes ribbed vaults in the side aisles and northern tracery windows that bring light to the chancel area.
Following the Catholic Emancipation Act of 1828, Randel Lythgoe initiated construction of the church to accommodate 900 worshippers, with the building opening in 1849. This period marked growing religious tolerance in England, allowing Catholics to establish their own places of worship in central London neighborhoods.
The interior walls display Byzantine frescoes showing the Annunciation and Mary's Crowning, while an ornate high altar designed by Augustus Pugin anchors the space. These artistic elements give the church its distinctive character and invite visitors to experience religious imagery throughout the building.
The church welcomes visitors daily with multiple services throughout the week, including a Latin Mass on Sunday mornings and regular weekday services. Visitors should remember that this is an active place of worship, so respectful behavior and appropriate dress are important when visiting.
The building connects Mount Street Gardens with Farm Street through two separate entrances, integrating it seamlessly into Westminster's urban layout. This dual-entrance arrangement allows visitors to access the church from different sides of the neighborhood.
Location: City of Westminster
Inception: 1849
Architects: Joseph John Scoles
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Website: http://farmstreet.org.uk/home.htm
GPS coordinates: 51.50950,-0.14910
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:40
The Connaught
70 m
The Punch Bowl
51 m
Mount Street Gardens
101 m
Fountain
78 m
19, Hill Street W1
120 m
39-47, South Street W1
125 m
Vestry And Presbytery
45 m
117-121, Mount Street W1
59 m
58-59, South Street
113 m
109-113, Mount Street W1
53 m
38, Hill Street W1
132 m
20, Hill Street W1
77 m
26, Hill Street W1
87 m
115 And 116, Mount Street W1
47 m
2-8, Carlos Place W1
94 m
29, Hill Street W1
133 m
8, Hill Street W1
92 m
Wall To Playground/Forecourt, Railings And Gateway To St George's School
106 m
31, Hill Street W1
139 m
7, Hill Street W1
128 m
2 Cisterns, One In South West Corner And One At East End Of St George's Gardens
123 m
17, Hill Street W1
117 m
10, Hill Street W1
86 m
25, Hill Street W1
123 m
9, Hill Street W1
126 m
Two Bollards At North East And South East Corners Of Junction With Chesterfield Hill
105 m
22, Hill Street W1
87 m
36, Hill Street W1
123 mVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes