St. Bonifatius

St. Bonifatius is a Roman Catholic church in Whitechapel featuring a 40-meter bell tower and a modern structure built after World War II. The interior contains an organ and the building provides facilities including toilets, drinking water, and seating areas.

The original church from 1875 was destroyed during World War II, creating the need for a new building. The structure was rebuilt between 1959 and 1960 as part of the postwar recovery.

The interior displays artworks created by artists from Kevelaer and features an organ built by a German master craftsman. The space serves the German-speaking community through regular services, making it a gathering place rooted in cultural identity.

The church is located near Aldgate East station and is easily accessible by public transport. Regular services are held and the building is equipped with accessible facilities for visitors with mobility needs.

The site has an unusual past before becoming a church. It once functioned as a circus venue and later served as a Methodist chapel in the late 1700s.

GPS coordinates: 51.51591,-0.06739

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:21