St Michael and All Angels Church

St Michael and All Angels Church is a brick building in Barnes featuring simple Victorian design elements with a vestry addition that blends naturally with the main structure. The building was constructed between 1891 and 1893 and is now Grade II listed.

The congregation was founded in 1867 and first met in a school building on Archway Street before the present church was constructed. Its architect Charles Innes was a member of the community who brought experience from designing other religious buildings in the area.

The church inspired local authors who drew on its services and community activities for their literary works, making it a place where everyday worship intersected with cultural life. This connection between the congregation and written stories shaped how the place is remembered locally.

The church is open daily from early morning until dusk, allowing visitors to attend services or explore the interior at their own pace. Regular morning prayer sessions are held throughout the week for those interested in the worshipping community.

The church's architect Charles Innes was himself a member of the congregation, giving the building a personal connection to the community it served. This direct involvement of the designer in the worshipping community makes the church's story particularly connected to local life.

Location: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

Website: http://stmichaelbarnes.org

GPS coordinates: 51.47063,-0.25284

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:45