St John's Church, Kingston upon Thames

The church building features intricate stained glass windows, carved capitals, and a brass lectern donated by architect Arthur J. Phelps in the 1870s.

The foundation stone was laid in July 1871 by Bishop Samuel Wilberforce on land donated by William Mercer, who contributed £2000 toward construction costs.

The church maintains regular Holy Communion services in the high altar chapel while serving as a central gathering point for local religious activities.

Located on Grove Lane in Kingston KT1 2SU, the church underwent substantial renovations following a 1994 fire, completing its refurbishment in October 2019.

The tower, an essential part of the current structure, was not completed until 1934, over 60 years after the church's initial consecration.

Location: Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

Website: http://stjohnskingston.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.40310,-0.30080

Latest update: March 7, 2025 07:38