St Michael-le-Querne, Medieval parish church in City of London, England.
Description
St Michael-le-Querne was a parish church in the City of London positioned at the northeast corner of St Paul's churchyard near Paternoster Row. The building occupied a central location within the medieval street network and served as a focal point for local worship and community life.
History
First recorded in 1181, the church underwent significant rebuilding in 1430 with support from the City authorities. It was destroyed during the Great Fire of 1666 and never rebuilt afterward.
Culture
The church's name recalls a grain market that once operated nearby, reflecting the commercial life of the neighborhood.
Practical
Historical records and parish documents are preserved in local archives and at St Vedast Foster Lane Church, where interested visitors can access them. Those wishing to learn more about the site should contact these institutions beforehand or visit during their opening hours.
Did you know?
A boundary marker on the wall of St Paul's Cathedral School remains the only physical trace of this church's former presence in the area. This modest stone quietly preserves the memory of a place now hidden beneath the modern cityscape.
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