St Mary-at-Hill, Parish church in City of London, England
Description
St Mary-at-Hill is a Baroque parish church in the City of London with a Greek cross layout supported by four Corinthian columns. The interior rises to a central dome with an ornate coffered ceiling that draws the eye upward.
History
The church was rebuilt between 1672 and 1677 by Sir Christopher Wren following its destruction in the Great Fire of 1666. Medieval walls that survived the fire were incorporated into the new Baroque structure.
Culture
The church maintains ties to Billingsgate fish market through its October harvest festival, which celebrates the working community that once defined this part of the city. Local traders have long been part of the parish's identity and continue to shape how people gather here.
Practical
The church opens to visitors Monday through Thursday from 10 AM to 4 PM, providing a quiet retreat in the busy City district. Monday afternoons host services if you wish to join the congregation.
Did you know?
The original churchyard closed during the Victorian era, leading the parish to purchase burial rights at West Norwood Cemetery for its congregation. This practical solution reflects how the expanding City required creative solutions for its oldest communities.
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