St Margaret Pattens, Anglican church in Eastcheap, City of London, England.
St Margaret Pattens is an Anglican church in Eastcheap in the heart of the City of London. The building features a 200-foot spire designed by Christopher Wren and a rectangular interior with a wooden ceiling and white walls.
The original building was destroyed by the Great Fire of London in 1666, and Christopher Wren rebuilt it in 1687. The new structure was part of the city's broader rebuilding effort after the disaster.
The church maintains its connection with the Worshipful Company of Pattenmakers, and museum cases display objects showing the history of this craft. Visitors can see how this old guild of artisans was woven into the life of the parish.
The church is open mainly on weekdays and offers services and guided tours of the tower and vestry. Check ahead for opening times and tour availability, as these may vary depending on services and events.
The interior contains the only remaining set of canopied pews from the 17th century in London, originally reserved for church wardens. These rare pieces of furniture show how social order was organized during worship in that era.
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