Reviews of Chelsea Old Church. (Church) in London (London).

Chelsea Old Church

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64 Cheyne Walk, London SW3 5LT, United Kingdom

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Reviews of Chelsea Old Church

R. B. H.

Located in Old Church road in Chelsea Embankment. This Church used to be the Parish Church of the Chelsea Village before it was part of London. The building, as it stood before the war, consisted of the Chancel, dating probably from the 13th century, with Chapels on the North and South (about 1325), and the Nave and Tower (1670). The cupola was removed in 1815, but the weather vane remains. Both Chapels were private property, that on the North, now known as the Lawrence Chapel, belonging to the Lord of the Manor of Chelsea. The present arch leading from the Chancel is a reproduction of the original 14th century one, which collapsed in 1784 and was only partly restored. #Chelsea #Chelsea_Old_Church

j. b.

The 1958 rebuild on original footprint with a small garden surround and exterior that's, well.. notably unremarkable Here it's all about the reconstructed historic interior. A meticulous and painstaking restoration of the original salvaged tombs, memorials and remnant fabric including some C16 stained glass panels. Quite remarkable but perhaps of more interest to ecclesiastical enthusiasts. The Hans Sloane memorial in the backyard featuring entwined Pythons and a colossal egg merits a peek. An active community here.

C. R.

This church is built on land once owned by St Thomas More, there is a statue of him outside. There is a very small rather dark chapel in which More's wife is buried.

d. c.

Now walked past many times - but not yet been inside. Fascinating history...

J. G.

I recently went to a wedding and the service (Authorised version) was charmingly and sincerely conducted by the most excellent vicar. The building itself is fascinating. It contains the chapel that Sir Thomas More built for himself and his family. Henry VIII was married to No.3, Jane Seymour, here hours after No.2 lost her head, and his daughters, Elizabeth and Mary, worshipped here. The various funerary monuments are quite spectacular.

K. H.

I walked down to this church from the Chelsea Physic Garden, on a bit of an Atlas Obscura treasure hunt. I'd been promised a small chained library but alas, the church was entirely locked up and I got so close only to have to walk back to the station. The garden looked lovely and I so much wish I could have seen inside. Maybe hours could be more clearly posted.

L. C.

Slightly out of the way & not particularly convenient to reach on public transport, this church is well worth the effort. Plenty of top quality memorials inside - just make sure you check the opening times.

R. B. -. E. k.

This is a magnificent Church nestled right on Chelsea Embankment by the River Thames. Steeped in history and a "must visit" place if you have time when over in London. A beautiful sculpture of Sir Thomas More in the front of the Church with a memorial dedicated to Sir Hans Sloane. This area took a real hammering during WWII and the blitz and there are centuries of history attached to this Church. A "must see" put it on your itinerary.

F. R.

Situated close to Chelsea Embankment, a short walk from Battersea bridge, Chelsea Old Church appears as a rather unprepossessing, modern-looking red brick building. There are some nice leafy gardens around, but from the outside it is totally unremarkable. The church itself dates back to around the 13th century, although was much modified over the years, with significant additions in Tudor period and later. *****

P. R.

Nice quiet church with interesting history. I have visited it because of st. Thomas More connections.

s. k.

The is not so big but very nice and old church built after 2nd World War as it was damaged by bombardment

A. L.

Another of London's beautiful churches. 12th century church also known as All Saints Church - definitely worth a visit!

O. W. C.

I would encourage visitors at this church, attended by Sir Thomas More and destroyed by the Luftwaffe, rebuilt by the worshippers.

G. C.

Elizabeth 1st visited here. Despite being bombed in the 2nd ww it retains many interesting features. Worth a visit.

a. h.

Lovely historical place on lovely high street....take lots of money to spend though ha ha

V. S.

Beautiful Church I visited whist researching my family tree.

P. F.

Beautiful Church run by Canon Reindorp who hosted my Father's funeral. Couldn't have been better

J. P.

What a gorgeous church, rebuilt in the 50's. It's all about the interior

J. W.

Very interesting rebuild after bomb damage fine new Drake organ

J. P.

A very beautiful church in an area that is pleasing to walk around.

D. M.

I was here for a funeral. Lovely service. Fantastic choir.

J. H.

I just love visiting places where you only read about in history books.

H. Y.

Access to the place can be challenging for disable person

N. M.

Through liturgy and history Chelsea O.C. connects me to our past and my present

K. G.

Beautiful church in beautiful surroundings, wonderful for a London wedding

D.

Church with links to Saint Thomas More. Very moving.

I. M.

Superb character church with history galore

M. R.

Beautiful old church

L. D.

Went to 8am service

M. C.

Lovely gardens

s. k.

Good Church

L. H.

Great

D. C.

Nice

J. B.

Porsche area

M. J.

Good bells

J. P.

(Translated) The epitaph on the tomb of Saint Thomas More reads as follows: Year 1532 Thomas More, born in the city of London, of an honorable family, without being famous, and somewhat knowledgeable in letters, after having served in the forum for some years of his youth and administered justice as Under-Sheriff in that city was called to the court by the very undefeated King Henry VIII (who was the only one among the kings who deserved the just title of Defender of the Faith, as he truly demonstrated with the pen and with the sword: hitherto unknown renown). He was made a member of the Council, being created a Knight, then Vice-Treasurer, later Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and, finally, by admirable favor of the king, Chancellor of England. In the meantime, he had been elected Speaker of the Commons, being also the king's ambassador on various occasions and places: the last time in Cambrai, as a companion and associate associate to Cutberto Tunstall, the head of the mission, who was then bishop from London and shortly after it was from Durham, a person whom there will hardly be today in the world who surpasses in wisdom, prudence and goodness. With great joy he intervened there as ambassador, and saw the alliance between the supreme monarchs of Christendom renewed, and the long-desired peace restored in the world: May heaven consolidate this peace and make it perpetual. In the performance of these offices and honors, his conduct was such that neither the king disapproved of his actions, nor was he made hateful to the nobles or disagreeable to the people. Instead, it caused the thieves, the murderers, and the heretics to grieve. His father, the Knight Juan Moro, elected by the magistrate king of the King's Bench, a courteous, affable, harmless, sweet, forgiving, just and incorruptible man; advanced in years, but physically lush for his age- after seeing his life lengthened until he contemplated his son as Chancellor of England, and judging that he had lived on this earth a lot, he eagerly left for heaven. But the father died, his son - who while he lived was called "the young man", and he himself believed so - missing the late father, and considering his progeny of four children and eleven grandchildren, began to age And the impression that this would cause on his mind was intensified when he was subsequently declared a malignant ailment to his chest, as a sign of slipping old age. Fed up, therefore, of these perishable things, he renounced his honors and finally obtained, for the incomparable benefit of his Most Gracious Majesty - and if God favors his undertaking - the one thing that almost from the very childhood he had always longed for: that they remain in him. his existence a few free years in which, gradually moving away from the bustle of this life, he could meditate on the immortality to come. Having transferred the bones of his first wife, he took care of the construction of this sepulcher to grow accustomed, day by day, to the idea that death is creeping without respite. And so that he has not erected this tomb in vain while he lives, and does not tremble at the horror of the imminent death, but accepts it with joy for the desire of Christ, and so that death is not crude extinction, but entrance to a Happier life: I beg you, good reader, to help him in life with your pious prayers, and to continue them when he dies. Here lies Juana, Tomás Moro's dear little wife; sepulcher also destined for Alice and me. In the years of my youth I was attached to the first one: thanks to her, a boy and three girls call me father. The other was for them - a rare thing among madastras - a loving mother, as if they were their own children. In the same way I live with her as I lived with the previous one: it is difficult to say which of the two is dearer to me. Oh, how lucky would it be to be together all three! Oh, what happiness if religion and fate allowed it! And that is why I ask heaven that this grave shelters us united, thus granting us death what life could not. (Original) El epitafio de la tumba de Santo Tomás Moro dice lo siguiente: Año 1532 Tomás Moro, nacido en la ciudad de Londres, de familia honrada, sin ser célebre, y un tanto entendido en letras, tras haber ejercido en el foro durante algunos años de su juventud y administrado justicia como Under-Sheriff en aquella ciudad fue llamado a la corte por el muy invicto rey Enrique VIII ( que fue el único entre los reyes que mereció el justo título de Defensor de la Fe, como verdaderamente lo demostró con la pluma y con la espada: renombre hasta ahora desconocido). Se le nombró miembro del Consejo, siendo creado Caballero, luego Vice-Tesorero, más tarde Canciller del ducado de Lancaster y, finalmente, por admirable favor del rey, Canciller de Inglaterra. Entre tanto, se le había elegido Speaker de los Comunes, siendo además embajador del rey en diversas ocasiones y lugares: la última de las veces en Cambrai, como acompañante y colega adjunto a Cutberto Tunstall, el jefe de la misión, que era entonces obispo de Londres y poco después lo fue de Durham, persona a la que difícilmente habrá hoy en el mundo quien aventaja en sabiduría, prudencia y bondad. Con grandísima alegría intervino allí como embajador, y vio renovarse la alianza entre los monarcas supremos de la Cristiandad, y restablecerse en el mundo la paz por tanto tiempo deseada: Quiera el cielo consolidar esta paz y hacerla perpetua. En el desempeño de estos oficios y honores fue tal su conducta que ni el rey desaprobó sus acciones, ni se hizo odioso a los nobles ni desagradable al pueblo. Causó pesar, en cambio, a los ladrones, a los homicidas y a los herejes. Su padre, el Caballero Juan Moro, elegido por el rey magistrado del King's Bench hombre cortés, afable, inofensivo, dulce, indulgente, justo e incorruptible; avanzado en años, pero físicamente lozano para su edad- luego de ver alargada su vida hasta contemplar al hijo como Canciller de Inglaterra, y juzgando que había morado bastante en esta tierra, partió ganoso al cielo. Pero muerto el padre, su hijo -a quien mientras aquel vivió se le solía apellidas “el joven", y el mismo así lo creía- echando de menos al difunto padre, y considerando su progenie de cuatro hijos y once nietos, empezó a envejecer para sus adentros. Y la impresión que esto causaría a su ánimo se le recrudeció al declarársele a continuación una dolencia maligna al pecho, como indicio de vejez que se desliza. Harto, por consiguiente, de estas cosas perecederas renunció a los honores y obtuvo al fin, por incomparable beneficio de su muy Graciosa Majestad -y si Dios favorece su empresa- lo único que casi desde la misma niñez había siempre apetecido: que le quedasen en su existencia algunos años libres en los que, apartándose poco a poco del trajín de esta vida, pudiese meditar sobre la inmortalidad venidera. Trasladados los huesos de su primera esposa, cuidó la construcción de este sepulcro para avezarse, día a día, a la idea de que la muerte se acerca arrastrándose sin tregua. Y para que no haya erigido en vano esta tumba mientras vive, y no tiemble ante el horror de la inminente muerte, sino que la acepte con alegría por ansias de Cristo, y para que la muerte no le sea cruda extinción, sino entrada a una vida más feliz: Te suplico, buen lector, que le ayudes en vida tus piadosas oraciones, y que las continúes cuando muera. Aquí yace Juana, querida mujercita de Tomás Moro; sepulcro destinado también para Alicia y para mí. En los años de mi mocedades estuve unido a la primera: gracias a ella me llaman padre un chico y tres chicas. La otra fue para con ellos -cosa rara entre madastras- madre cariñosa, como si de hijos propios se tratara. De igual modo vivo con ella como viví con la anterior: difícil es decir cuál de las dos me es más querida. ¡Ay, qué gran suerte sería estar juntos los tres! Ay, qué dicha si lo permitieran la religión y el destino! Y por eso pido al cielo que esta tumba nos cobija unidos, concediéndonos así la muerte lo que no pudo la vida.

A. F.

(Translated) very beautiful church, ideal for ceremonies, even more so if with choir very beautiful church, ideal for ceremonies, even more so if with choir (Original) very beautiful church, ideal for ceremonies, even more so if with choir chiesa molto bella, ideale per cerimonie, ancor di piu se con coro

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(Translated) The church is really beautiful but check the opening hours because - strangely! - often it is closed! :-( (Original) La chiesa è davvero bellissima ma controllate gli orari di apertura perché - stranamente! - spesso è chiusa! :-(

s. g.

(Translated) Here he wished to be buried Saint Thomas More (Original) Aquí deseaba ser enterrado santo Tomás Moro

r. r.

(Translated) Good place to run (Original) 跑步 好地點

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