All Saints Church, Kingston upon Thames

The church features a cruciform design with a central tower, four-bay nave, and flint exterior walls accented with stone dressings throughout its structure.

Seven Saxon kings received their crowns at this location during the 10th century, including Athelstan who became the first ruler of all England.

The interior contains a 14th-century wall painting, a marble font attributed to Christopher Wren, and Victorian Gothic Revival stained glass windows.

The church maintains regular services including Holy Communion and Choral Evensong, while operating a café that serves lunches during weekday hours.

A memorial inside the church commemorates César Picton, who transformed from an enslaved person into a successful coal merchant in Kingston.

Location: Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

Inception: 14 century

Website: http://e-voice.org.uk/allsaintskingston

GPS coordinates: 51.41040,-0.30610

Latest update: May 13, 2025 08:28