St Mark's Church, Surbiton

St Mark's Church is an Anglican church building in Surbiton featuring a traditional design with a chancel, nave, and Lady chapel arranged beneath a prominent spire. The tower rises distinctly above the surrounding townscape and can be spotted from various points across the area.

The building suffered severe damage during the 1940 London Blitz and remained closed for two decades before being fully restored in 1960. This reconstruction represented a major turning point for the congregation after years of closure.

The church holds two memorial books inscribed by calligrapher Mildred Ratcliffe, recording the names of local people across different generations in permanent form.

The building is accessible on weekdays depending on activities happening inside, so it is wise to check availability before visiting. You can also attend a regular service to see the interior during worship times.

During reconstruction, local residents purchased individual bricks at five pounds each to fund the restoration project, showing extraordinary commitment to rebuilding their church. These bricks with donors' names were incorporated into the new structure and maintain that personal connection today.

Location: Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

Website: http://surbitonchurch.org.uk/about-us/st-marks

GPS coordinates: 51.39520,-0.30050

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:06