St Paul's Church, Knightsbridge, Gothic Revival church building in Knightsbridge, England
Description
St Paul's Church is a Gothic Revival church building in Knightsbridge located at 32a Wilton Place. The stone facade displays Victorian Gothic architectural details with carved religious sculptures and ornamental stonework.
History
Thomas Cundy designed this church in 1843, making it London's first establishment to promote Oxford Movement principles. This movement sought to revive traditional Anglican practices and shaped religious architecture of that era.
Culture
The interior displays tilework from the 1870s by Daniel Bell showing scenes from Jesus's life. Painted panels by Gerald Moira depicting the Stations of the Cross cover the walls and shape the visual character of the space.
Practical
The church is open for regular worship services throughout the week, including morning and evening prayers. A creche operates during Sunday services, which is helpful for visitors traveling with young children.
Did you know?
The building holds a memorial to 52 members of the First Aid Nursing Yeomanry who conducted secret intelligence operations during World War II. This hidden history connects the church to a significant military intelligence chapter in British wartime efforts.
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