Christ Church, Cockfosters

Christ Church is an Anglican church building in Cockfosters with a stone structure and tall spire standing along Chalk Lane near the Underground station. The building serves as the heart of community worship with spaces for various services and gatherings.

The church was established in 1839 by Robert Cooper Lee Bevan, connected to the founders of Barclays Bank, with architect Henry Edward Kendall designing it. It emerged during a period of growing prosperity in north London.

The church serves as a gathering place for the Cockfosters community with regular worship and activities that bring people together. It remains central to the neighborhood's social and spiritual life.

The church is located about five minutes on foot from Cockfosters Underground station and is easy to reach. Access is straightforward and visitors are welcome to attend services on Sundays.

The grounds contain a significant family monument and bells commemorating pupils from Heddon Court School. These memorials tell stories of local families and their connection to this area.

Location: London Borough of Enfield

Website: http://christchurchcockfosters.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.65150,-0.15090

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:01