St Anne's Limehouse

Nicholas Hawksmoor designed this neoclassical church with a prominent tower that rises in steps and features large windows throughout the structure.

The church, completed in 1730, was one of twelve new churches built under Queen Anne's 1711 Act of Parliament using funds from Thames coal taxation.

The interior displays a battle ensign from HMS Ark Royal, maintaining strong connections with the Royal Navy through its rector's honorary chaplaincy role.

Visitors can reach the church by taking the Docklands Light Railway to Westferry station, located five minutes away on foot at Commercial Road.

The church tower features London's highest clock and a golden ball atop, which served as navigation markers for ships traveling along the Thames River.

Location: London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Location: London

Inception: 1712

Architects: Nicholas Hawksmoor

Architectural style: English Baroque

Address: Limehouse Parish Church St Anne, Limehouse, Tower Hamlets, London, E14 E14 7HA E14 7HA

Website: http://london.anglican.org/ChurchShow_0714

GPS coordinates: 51.51031,-0.03017

Latest update: May 10, 2025 16:51