St John's Hampton Wick, Gothic Revival church in Hampton Wick, England.
Description
St John's Hampton Wick is a Gothic Revival church built with Suffolk brick walls and Bath stone accents throughout. The interior features three-sided galleries and a distinctive recessed window positioned on the eastern side.
History
The church was founded in the early 1800s when Edward Lapidge donated land and designed the building for the expanding local community. It originated from the need for additional worship space as the area grew.
Culture
The church organizes two morning services and one evening gathering each Sunday, incorporating modern music with keyboards and guitars during worship.
Practical
The church sits on Church Grove in Hampton Wick and is straightforward to reach by car or public transport. Visitors should arrive with time to spare, as parking near the building can be limited during busy periods.
Did you know?
The church operated as a chapel of ease for St Mary before becoming an independent parish, initially offering half of its 800 seats without pew rent.
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