St. Paul's, Deptford

St. Paul's is an English Baroque church in Deptford featuring a stone cylindrical structure, a tower with steeple, and a semi-circular portico supported by four Tuscan columns at the entrance. The interior follows a square plan divided by large Corinthian columns that create side aisles throughout the worship space.

Architect Thomas Archer designed this church in 1712 as part of an ambitious program to build fifty new churches across London, with construction completed in 1730. The project responded to population growth in the rapidly expanding city.

The basement space became a music venue during the 1970s and 1980s, hosting reggae and rock performances that shaped the local cultural scene. This musical history remains part of how locals remember and connect with the building.

The church is open to visitors during service times and provides accessible facilities throughout the building. Nearby parking is available and various public transport options are within easy walking distance.

The church contains three historic bells cast beginning in 1772 that still ring their original tones today. These rare bells are testament to more than two centuries of continuous use and worship.

Location: London Borough of Lewisham

Inception: 1730

Architects: Thomas Archer

Architectural style: English Baroque, Georgian architecture

Website: https://stpaulschurchproject.com

GPS coordinates: 51.47960,-0.02444

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:09