St Thomas of Canterbury Church, Canterbury, Parish church in central Canterbury, England
St Thomas of Canterbury is a parish church in central Canterbury built in the Gothic Revival style. Inside, pointed arches frame detailed stonework and tall stained glass windows, including a double rose window positioned above the altar.
The church was built in 1874 on the site of a medieval church while retaining the original St Mary Magdalen Tower from the previous structure. During World War II, it received additional relics and artistic pieces from Westminster Cathedral following damage to that building.
The Martyrs' Chapel holds a shrine with relics of Thomas Becket, including pieces of his vestments and bone fragments. These sacred objects make the place meaningful for visitors seeking a connection to this important historical figure.
The church welcomes visitors during regular services held throughout the year. It helps to check current opening times in advance to ensure you can enter or attend a service when you visit.
The Stations of the Cross brought here from Westminster Cathedral during wartime bombing remain on display as a reminder of the era. These artworks tell their own story of compassion between London churches during difficult times.
Inception: 1874
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Website: http://stthomasofcanterbury.com/stthomas
GPS coordinates: 51.27834,1.08313
Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:24
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