12/09/2018: Despite the fact, I live in Placerville CA USA, I always make certain I attend a…read morechurch service close to where I'm residing, i.e., that's ANYWHERE on the Planet. The church service at 6:30 PM was a very special blessing: My first church attendance in UK, I had the pleasure witnessing several Baptisms especially, Song-Shi hailing from Seoul, South Korea . . . Jag-eun sesang, majayo, Song-Shi? Anyway, the Pastor of Metropolitan Tabernacle gave his Isaiah 1:1-2 sermon: Certainly, the Pastor's sermon was quite similar to the Baptist Pastors' sermons via Vallejo CA where I was baptised. I wasn't surprised or astonished regarding the Pastor's sermon this evening; everything the Pastor stated was aligned with USA Baptist Pastors: The differences were the repeated chants after each person was baptized, the hymns sung were absolutely unfamiliar, and grammatically, the distinct usage of thee and thou were sung throughout each Hymn.

I love the services, the preaching and singing! Praise God for brothers and sisters around the…read moreworld, that hold to Traditional worship and teaching!

There's not much to add to Templar's comprehensive review: still regarded by many as one of the…read moremost important centres in the Anglo-Jewish community, the Bevis Marks Synagogue is beautifully maintained. It is strongly reminiscent of the Wren and Hawksmoor churches of the City in its classical architecture and furnishings, which include impressive brass candelabra and 17th century wooden benches. The Synagogue's tradition is Orthodox, so men and women are separated: men on the ground floor, women in the galleries. Their opening hours (for visits) are slightly longer than advertised on their website, so it's worth contacting them ahead of a trip to London if you want to pay a call. Tourists (as opposed to those attending services) are asked to pay £3 for entry, and men are asked to wear a skull cap - one will be provided if you don't have one. Your bags may also be searched. They sell a small range of postcards and books at the entrance.

Situated in a secluded courtyard, the Bevis Marks Synagogue was opened in 1701 to serve the Spanish…read more& Portuguese Jewish Congregation. Today it is one of the best-preserved houses of worship of its period still in regular use. The Inquisition, revived by Ferdinand and Isabella, turned its attention to these crypto-Jews, and from the last years of the fifteenth century, they: were systematically persecuted, arrested, tortured, tried, and burnt at the stake. From about this time there was a constant exodus of 'Marranos' who succeeded in escaping from Spain and Portugal or its dependencies to avoid persecution and a small number of them reached Protestant England. Outwardly, they were obliged to behave as Christians, for at that time Jews were not allowed officially, to enter the country, but at any rate they could live there, provided that they behaved with circumspection, and could meet in secret in each others' houses for prayer. The first Jewish house of worship of the resettlement of the Jews in England was as opened in 1656 in the upper floor of a house in Creechurch Lane, which is but a stone's throw from the present Synagogue in Bevis Marks The site of this house is today marked by a plaque, on the rear corner of Cunard House in Creechurch Lane. Jews were permitted to return to Britain in 1657 under Oliver Cromwell. They felt that the time was opportune to present a petition in the form of a humble address to Oliver Cromwell asking for the official re?admittance of the Jews to England Their decision was no doubt a wise one, as Cromwell, reared in a Puritanical atmosphere with its emphasis on the Old Testament was likely to hear favourably any petition presented by the 'people of the Old Testament'. Some of the most eminent figures of Anglo-Jewry sat at prayer in the Synagogue such as Sir Moses Montefiore. Disraeli was born into the Congregation and there are links to the Rothschilds. Today it is regarded as the most distinguished British Synagogue. The magnificent wooden Ark or cupboard) resembling a reredos, at the east end, is built in classical architecture in the manner of Sir Christopher Wren's time. It contains (as is the custom in Jewish synagogues') the sacred scrolls of' the Pentateuch, or five books of Moses, written in Hebrew on parchment, which are read in consecutive instalment over the period of a year as the central feature of the Sabbath Service. Several splendid seventeenth century vestments and silver ornaments belonging to the scrolls survive. The entablature of the Ark has as its central feature the Ten Commandments written in Hebrew (abbreviated), above which are inscribed in Hebrew the words 'Know before Whom thou standest'. The silver hanging Sanctuary Lamp, burning perpetually before the Ark, was presented by Edward Foligno in 1876 and evidently replaces an earlier example, now lost. Except for the addition of the doors to the Banca or Wardens' pews and to the Haham's or Chief Rabbi's seat in 1787, and of the choirstalls in about 1830, the ancient synagogue has remained virtually unchanged. Electric light was installed in 1929 Even though recently restored, the interior has barely changed since it was built. It is in the style of many Nonconformist chapels of the period. The influence of Sir Christopher wren is also evident. The Synagogue has one of the finest collections of Cromwellian and Queen Anne furniture in the country and the magnificent brass candelabra with glowing candlelight. On 19th December 1951 the Congregation held a Service to celebrate the 250th anniversary, of the opening of the Synagogue which was attended by the Duke of Edinburgh. On 22nd March 1956 British Jewry held a Service of dedication and thanksgiving at the Synagogue on the tercentenary of the resettlement of the Jews in the British Isles. Twelve pillars, symbolising the tribes of Israel, support the ladies' gallery, the reading desk and Echal are flanked by 10 candlesticks representing the Ten Commandments; and the interior is dominated by seven magnificent candelabra, corresponding to the days of the week. One of the great oak beams supporting the roof is said to have been presented by Princess (later Queen) Anne. In 1992 and 1993 the synagogue suffered great damage from terrorist bomb attacks on the City of London. Nearly £200,000, raised by donation, has since been spent in repairing and renovating the structure

This lovely church in Soho Square was once the home of…read moreCasanova's lover Mrs Cornelys & their daughter was conceived here when it was once one of the most fashionable addresses in London. Now it holds magnificent services. I went to the funeral of Pearl here, wife of John Bermiston, a publican in nearby Fitzrovia's Northumberland Arms

As a temporary resident of London (student abroad) who was looking for a church to go to Mass…read moreduring my period of stay, I am very happy to having found this church. It's ambiance is respectful but not overly so (in the sense that no one will seem to want to criticize you if you just so happen to drop your jacket/book during Mass). There were a variety of types of people during my time there, and everywhere I looked, I was greeted with a smile. The music was all very pleasant, especially due to the fantastic acoustics of the stone walled church! Overall, if I were to ever find myself in London again on a Sunday, I'll be making my way here.

"And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." - 1…read moreCorinthians 13:13 The Church of St. Margaret on Westminster Abbey grounds is filled with over 500-years of British history. Yet, how can I rate a church when it's temporarily closed due to the worldwide pandemic? All about Love... The Church of Margaret founded by Benedictine Monks dates to the 12th century. It was rebuilt starting in 1486. It has been called "the last church in London decorated in the Catholic tradition before the Reformation". Upon my arrival on Holy Grounds, after a visit to the Abbey, I noticed the doors were closed to visitors due to COVID. Of course, I was disappointed, but understood the reasonings. Since serendipity brought me here, I took it as a sign, and self-toured the exterior. After my visit to Westminster Abbey and the surrounding, my stop at Margaret was a tad underwhelming, based strictly on architecture. You need to imagine being surrounding by Gothic masterpieces and landmarks to understand my vision. Then I remind myself of the historic significance of this wonderful church, named after Margaret of Antioch. Winston Churchill was married here in the year 1908. In the end, I'd recommend The Church of St. Margaret for those into architecture, history, the Anglophile lifestyle. The photos you see on Yelp, Instagram, and other social media sites are more than half incorrect. As many photos show Westminster Abbey or the House of Commons. The Church itself, not as magnificent as the other Gothic landmarks, but nonetheless it seeps with British history and the almighty Holy Spirit...

This is a small church next to Westminster which is also historical but a lot less grand in…read morecomparison. When I went, the line to get into Westminster was long, so it didn't make sense to jump out of a long line to come in. After the tour, you exit, so if you want to see St. Margaret's, you have to go through the bag check again to get to this church. If you have the time, this is a nice old church to walk through. It won't take that long and is a nice piece of history in addition to Westminster.

Historic. An absolute must stop and visit! 675 AD was it's founding date. It is around the corner…read morefrom where executions took place on Tower Hill. Right next to the Tower of London. Seriously, don't miss seeing this church! So not to be a heretic, only imagine all which likely passed by this church over the centuries! My next trip, I intend to dedicate some hours talking to the church historian. While this church likely wasn't the center of the British Empire, it is just a few feet from it all.

This is the oldest church in London. Began in 675 AD. This is easy to pass by and not notice, so…read moredon't. Neat saxon history. Still hold services and has a museum as well.

ABUSIVE, 80% BORING, AND NOT CARING ABOUT CHILDREN'S SAFETY:…read more THEY ARE FILTHY CROOKS. And the sermons delivered by their pastors (not their guests I have seen so far this year) at the Central London branch are SO boring!!! I have not heard such boring messages since I became a born again Christian and I think we have not since the world began. What is going on? They are SO pathetic!!! God sees. God agrees. Of course. On Sunday 23/11/2025 at Hillsong Church Central London at Dominion Theatre there was a serious incident. *A female church volunteer deliberately* endangered my precious sons Jeremiah and Ethan who are 10 and 8 years old by providing us with wrong information at the start of the service. As I raised concerns about this potentially dangerous misinformation, do you know what their response was? Three security staff and a Hillsong church female staff member attempted to terrorize and threaten me, and they vigorously defended the hypocrite female volunteer who deliberately gave me the wrong information endangering two young children, how evil! The female church staff member's behavior stemmed from jealousy (it was 100% jealousy getting her to attempt to terrorize and threaten me like that, the confidence she tried to exhibit after the church service was extremely fake, she wanted to give the impression that I am the one in the wrong and she has finally done the right thing mistreating me the way she did at the start of the church service, cock and bull story, her jealousy is monstrous) and honestly I don't care because I have other important *GOOD* things to do in this world. I passed kindergarten and I am very focused. After the church service, three of the security staff at Dominion Theatre continued their harassment. I was forcibly escorted out with Jeremiah and Ethan by two of the security staff (without having caused a scene during the church service, no) while my precious son Ty who is 16 had gone to the restroom. The two security staff refused to let me re-enter the hall to get my precious son Ty after forcibly escorting Jeremiah, Ethan and I out. Only one man who attended the church service intervened, asking the abusive two security staff to allow me back inside to get my third child, but they still denied me that. I very much thanked that man who intervened. I then spotted my son Ty, who, noticing my absence in the hall, was calling my phone to find out where I was; I had to shout his name for him to come to me. They wouldn't let me go back inside to get my own child? It highlights how fitting the term "FILTHY CROOKS" is for them. A third security staff mocked us, laughing at me, Jeremiah and Ethan. I contacted news outlets like SKY News to expose the way I was mistreated. Yesterday 30/11/2025, as we went to church my precious children and I for God, I was told by one of the abusive security staff from the previous Sunday that Hillsong Church Central London has refused that I continue to attend their church. Someone called Steve, a church representative I believe, spoke to me and confirmed this. They mentioned an email was sent to me about it. I told them I had not received that email which is true. THEIR JEALOUSY IS DISGUSTING AND MONSTROUS! And ugly. What they don't know is that the night before God, who is always on my side, revealed a secret to me and instructed me not to disclose it until after I attended church yesterday and witnessed their actions. God clearly stated: "NOT THIS TIME", in a very strong and powerful manner. I wonder what God meant. God spoke that against those at Hillsong who support my mistreatment, showing me, assuring me, that he is on my side. He is definitely infinity percent not with them when it comes to the way they treated me the previous Sunday and yesterday. THANK YOU SO MUCH, LORD! YES!!! Please FIRE and BAN the three abusive security staff, the abusive jealous female church staff and that female volunteer who deliberately gave me wrong information. Shut down their evil. For good. Now. THANK YOU. Patricia Wagner

It's always great to visit this church here in Bloomsbury, the community are friendly and you feel…read morelike you're home around your family!

I stopped by this place very quickly before I left London and was surprised by how pretty it was…read more It also has a really nice giftshop. I would stop by here if you're visiting London.

From the owner: St George's Cathedral, Southwark, officially the Metropolitan Cathedral Church of St George, is the…read moreseat of the Archbishop of Southwark & the Mother Church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark.

I recently attended 6pm Saturday vigil mass here. Very nice to have a mass in French in the heart…read moreof London. The church's circular shape and artwork are unique. The church is located in the Chinatown side of Leicester Square. Coming out of Saturday night vigil mass, you'll see vibrant streets filled with Chinatown goers. The entire district is humming on a Saturday night. Walking distance to Trafalgar Square. Church is near the Leicester Square Underground Station.

I adore this church & the Cocteau mural. A wonderful oasis of calm in the centre of London…read moreIt was Mr René Varin, cultural advisor at the French Embassy in London who thought of asking Cocteau to take part in the decorative work of the new Church. The building had been virtually destroyed by a bomb during World Wall II and was being rebuilt. Cocteau, who was 70 at the time, spent slightly more than a week on the project, from 3 11 November 1959. His films, particularly Le Testament d'Orphee,were enjoying huge success in London at that time and he had to be protected from the invasion of reporters and fans by a wooden scaffolding all around the chapel. You can see his self portrait to the immediate left of the altar. I love the symbolic half risen Christ. Today,sadly,they have glass doors in front to protect it. So sad. This church is so good to the homeless too Services are mostly in French & sometimes in Creole.Great to be a part of.

Coming out of Bank underground station, I was thinking; 'Where on earth would I find some decent…read moreretail outlets, pubs or restaurants on streets of 100 year old office blocks?' Finding an old church, I peered into the clear doors and saw lots and lots of bookshelves! So I investigated a bit further and found a bookshop waited for me inside. Soft music plays in the background while you browse the inoffensive, relaxed bookshelves (you have to go there to understand just how inoffensive these bookshelves are compared to the ones you see all over the place these days..) and you can buy second hand as well as new books, which is very useful for penny pinchers like me. The staff are of the elderly, friendly kind and are so obviously spiritual that it warms your heart... though I was struck by a thought that these people are as much furniture as the tables and chairs are here. They have also expanded, for the season, into Christmas cards and postcards and some are pretty damn funny (if 100% tasteful) which isn't always a good thing. The book topics focus on religion and theology (understandably) and are of an adult context - big thinkers and book enthusiasts only should be shopping here. Teenagers looking for some romance novels may find a few floating around but much better off if you're into some hardcore thinking. An excellent little place.

Westminster Cathedral, not to be confused with Westminster Abbey is a beautiful Cathedral and the…read moremother Church of the Catholic Church in England and Wales. As in the name, it is located in the City of Westminster in the British capital, London. It can be seen from the "Victoria" end of Victoria Street, fairly close to Victoria Station as well as places to shop, eat and bank on the street and in Cardinal Place. It should of course not be confused with the nearby and similarly named Abbey. 284 feet high including the cross, it is pretty tall and magnificent in structure, although it was partly covered for refurbishment on the date of my recent visit, which was a shame. Inside the church, it was huge, it was beautiful and incredible and it definitely was an amazing sight, one of the things I hated about the Notre Dame was how they seemed more interested in making a profit, charging people to admire the beauty rather than having respect for what it is, a church, this is where Westminster Cathedral differs for the better, after admiring the church for a moment or two, I was approached by a friendly gentleman, I presume to be the priest telling me about their upcoming services for Lent and Easter, with my visit of course coming during April 2019. Since being built in the late 1800s and early 1900s, it is a Grade I listed building also. There was a small seating area outside to admire the structure of the building where you can take photos outside, albeit sadly mobile phones and photography are banned inside and there are people who make sure you don't do it (a real shame, I wanted to take photos for myself and for you guys on Yelp!) 4*

I want to extend my gratitude to everyone at Westminster Cathedral through whom it turned out to be…read morea landmark cloaked in epiphany for me: that is, not all churches are equal (by grace). Marvellousely, there cohabit prayer and taxation in equal measure - underprivileged communities who serve as the mob (MAFIA) run by the priests ( and who would gladly suck up to anyone) will shake you well a couple of times before you leave. I have noticed people running for the restrooms when they see them approaching with their clanking donation vessels. You would think that the priestly grandeur of the ministers offsets this minor blooper. Well, they definitely add up to the impression upon a visitor - for myself I can say I have never been objectified so good since the feminism thing arose. On the one hand, there is this competition between the dean and one of the priests about who is going to get the most girls (their attention supposedly). The said priest, who was a nurse in another life, dully upholding his part in the rivalry, would seek me out in the crowd and keep an eye contact until my eyes fall out; on a lucky days he would feed me the communion with such a longing that would make my shoes give in. On the other hand stands alone this elderly priest, who would simply look at my legs until he goes weak and leave no doubt that we had indelible moments, which in turn made me glad to meet his alb and cincture, too. However, the intrigues were the best part there - the assiduous handmaids collecting the money would report you to the priests if you haven't donated and you would find yourself a part of the mass' homily when the priests usually "throw stones". As a finance graduate degree holder, I would suggest that the church manage her money more effectively, instead. I can't decide which of these examples appeal to me but surely I made my mind that not all churches are equal. -- K.D.--