This place is known as The Clowns Church because every year, usually the first Sunday in Feb., the…read moreclowns of the world hold a sevice here. It is in memory of the British clown Joseph Grimaldi (1778-1837). This has been an annual tradition since 1946. The clowns attend in costumes. Nothing else remarkable about the church really. Go to see the clowns.

I'll admit that this review is as good as it is as much for the gig itself as the gig venue…read more Church gigs are awesome. Well, church gigs with suitably atmospheric music are awesome, anyway. I got to see Bohren & Der Club of Gore here who made the most of the setting, impressive considering they'd be equally at home in a smoky, dimly lit bar: as a dark jazz outfit, the minimalist and contemplative sound were a perfect fit for the setting. Making this more impressive was how they followed up an absolutely earth-shattering Stephen O'Malley showing (dubbed by the headliners as "the guitar inferno"). SO'M is one of the pioneers of drone metal, best known for his work in Khanate and Sunn O))). Drone metal is not for everyone, it's not easy to listen to, and quite frankly is often a bit flat on record. However, it's possible to create a really powerful experience with one man, one guitar, four amps, and profound projections. Part of it is the overwhelming of the senses with a wall of chords, part of it is the projection and the setting itself, and part of it is the fact that the church resonated in a way that you just wouldn't get with most normal gig venues. It's stuck with me since, feeling the sound wash over me was similar to standing on a cliff edge in a howling gale. Anyway, enough about that particular gig - if you get the chance to see an act you like here, I'd highly recommend it (although be warned - the line for the loo can get pretty long). St John's Sessions put on a lot of experimental/ambient shows which are so well suited to the space and it really adds a lot to the overall experience. In fact the show was so good that I totally forgot that they kept us waiting for an hour past doors open times (in a light sprinkle) for no discernible reason. Now I should knock off a star, but I don't reaaaally want to. Because I think more people should go see experimental music in churches.

Like Chapel Church in Islington I love intimate spaces like this for gigs and the sound was good…read moretoo.

A fantastic music venue and a beautiful space. The acoustics are excellent, there's enough room for…read morethe audience to walk about without much trouble, and the pews are uncomfortable enough to remind you you're in a high church of music. On the nights I've been here, there's also a chill, neighborhood-y vibe--I get the impression a lot of the audience are local and regular.

Wow, now *this* is the perfect venue to see a Jameson Cult Film Club Screening of Dracula on…read moreHalloween! Or, you know, to worship God on a Sunday... The acoustics are phenomenal with the dome ceiling and stone walls, and the seating is accessible with a large octagonal ground floor and wrap around balcony. You're always right up in the action and though the building is massive, they certainly did a fantastic job maintaining the intimate vibe. I mean, Victorian Gothic architecture is all the rage these days for true expert concert goers... With all of the nightclub-come-churches that try unsuccessfully to pull this dual purpose venue thing off, Union Chapel does so flawlessly, allowing people to participate in worship of their choice (whether it be religion or rock) on a weekly basis.

The Old Church in Stoke Newington is a beautiful ancient building surrounded by a small church yard…read moreand neighbouring Clissold Park. It doesn't get more idyllic than that. I think it is still used as a church, but I have experienced it as an arts venue. From February until 20 March visitors are treated to a very special experience as part of BREATHE Festival. Output Arts created a windharp that has been placed in the bell tower of the bigger church across the road (aptly named Church Street!). The harp reacts to the wind and the resulting sound fills the ancient walls. An experience not to be missed. I 'll definitely be back for at least one of the concerts directly inspired by the windharp. During the day visitors can experience a light art installation triggered by the sound. You don't want to leave and your mind drifts off to the soothing drone of the windharp. A bit like Olafur Eliasson at the Tate, without the sun. Supervised meditation sessions are scheduled for noon throughout the festival. Wish I lived closer - addicted already.

The Old Church probably still functions as a church however it's been recently used as an art and…read moremusic venue. Due to its size...the church is in size maybe a little bit bigger than a chapel...and obviously type of the venue any show turns into a magical and beautifully intimate experience. Most recently I went to see Bishi's show that was extremely well executed and left me wanting more.

An amazing place where you can find peace. All the people are very friendly, respectful and always…read morewilling to help.

This is most amazing place ever. The uckg has been a life changing experience…read more My advice is don't look at the reviews alone, go and make your own mind up. Decide for yourself. I did and i haven't looked back. I've been coming since 2011! I was homeless, drug addicted, used and abused but the people here taught me about faith, God and life. Now, i have my family, my home and im drug free since 2011. Please don't listen to the review above. This place is not for everyone, hence why I say, go and see for yourselves.

I have been attending Cross Street Baptist Church for a little over a year. I don't go every…read moreSunday and have found myself visiting other churches, but I always return to Cross Street. This is a friendly church with a diverse congregation. The people are very friendly and whenever I go I feel very welcomed. The pastor, Mark Shelton is American and brings a vibe to the church that I'm used to. He is also funny, personable, and a great preacher, I always get something from the message. When I attend church he and his wife always ask how I've been and what I'm up to. It is nice to know that they recognize me and wish me well. It is not always easy to find a friendly church but Cross Street is just that, a friendly, warm church not far from the business of Upper Street.

I belonged to the very beautiful St Andrew's Church Choir from 1932- 1935…read more It was a most wonderful experience. Monday athletics during the winter and swimming at Tottenham during the summer Tuesday Boy Scouts, Wednesday Choir practice and evening service,Friday choir practice.Saturday afternoon fortnightly country walks Sunday 2 services and Sunday school. the choir consisted of some 45 all male. All boys had Christmas prizes (presents) The organist and choir master ( I believe was Proff Boddington) had been there for 52 years but resigned just before my family moved away. It all very fantastic and had a great effect on the rest of my life

St Michael's is the parish church of Camden, and is located (and easily missed) next to…read moreSainsbury's. It has a lively congregation and an active social outreach into the local community. History The nave was built in 1880-1 and the sanctuary in 1893-4 by the prolific church architect George Frederick Bodley (1827-1907) and Thomas Garner, with whom he had a 28-year professional partnership. A planned tower was never built. St Michael's subsumed the parish of All Saints in the 1950s, and since 2003 has been part of a team ministry with St Pancras Old Church, St Mary's Somers Town and St Paul's Camden Square. The church The church is orientated north-south, with the liturgical west end facing the road. The church is built of yellow stock brick with stone dressings in the Decorated Gothic style. Both the west window and the clerestory windows over the aisles have delicate geometric tracery and have recently been restored. Inside, the stone-lined interior consists of a nave of 5 bays, which draws the eye to the large sanctuary: Bodley did not include a chancel arch in the scheme, so the nave and sanctuary form a single, large space. The height of the nave is emphasised by the fact that the floor is lower than the street outside. There is a small, stone-vaulted chapel to the north. The interior has decorative stencilling, but is need of repair. Fittings and furnishings are relatively limited, but include the original altar of 1880, and a selection of statues, some in the pre-Raphaelite style, though that of St George dates from 1939; an attractive coloured pulpit; a marble altar and Easter Sepulchre in the north chapel; and a brass to Edward Bainbridge Reynolds, incumbent, who died in 1907. The church has a flourishing congregation in the Anglo-Catholic tradition, and the adjacent centre provides a range of outreach services for the local community.