St Michael and St George, White City

St Michael and St George is a church in West London designed with an L-shaped floor plan and shallow curved roofs, combining a worship space and community hall under one structure. The building uses straightforward modern design with artistic embellishments, creating a versatile space for different community activities.

The building was designed between 1952 and 1953 by architect John Seely and opened in 1954 to serve the expanding White City Estate community. It was built during a period of post-war reconstruction and growth in West London.

A wall painting by Brian Thomas shows the two patron saints with grazing sheep in a pastoral setting above the altar area. Side murals depicting Easter play scenes give the interior a narrative quality that reflects how the community experiences its faith.

The church is located at Commonwealth Avenue in West London and welcomes visitors of all backgrounds. Regular services provide opportunities to visit at different times and observe how the community uses the space throughout the week.

The tympanum was decorated through a community art project in the early 1990s directed by artist Peter Pelz. This collaborative work shows how local artists shaped the sacred space through contemporary artistic practice.

Architects: John Seely, 2nd Baron Mottistone

Website: https://stmichaelswhitecity.org

GPS coordinates: 51.51264,-0.23050

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:00