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St Mary Abbots Church

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Kensington Church St, London W8 4LA, United Kingdom

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Z. S.

This is a beautiful church located at the heart of High St Kensington three minute walk from High St Kensington underground station and from Kensington Palace and Gardens the present church structure was built in 1872 to the designs of Sir George Gilbert Scott, who combined neo-Gothic and early-English styles. This edifice remains noted for having the tallest spire in London and is the latest in a series on the site since the beginning of the 12th century. The church, and its railings, are listed at Grade II* on the National Heritage List for England. So if you are into churches history it's a place worth visiting.

T. S. R.

With the tallest spire in southeast England, St Mary Abbots is a nice and well cared for church. It’s almost always open and the architecture is quite nice and interesting both inside and out. It has a small gated area around with a lovely garden just outside. It’s always a pleasure to visit.

P. E.

Very modest, low key church that you might miss from busy Kensington. Lovely neo Gothic structure, and lots of nice stained glass. We passed by just before the 6:15pm organ recital on Sunday, so stopped in for a nice respite from a long day in London.

V. S.

Wonderful old church in the Kensington Area close to High Street. Not crowded by Tourists providing a place of quiet rest and introspection. Loved it.

j. b.

Grade II Listed, this rubble-stone and ashlar Victorian High Gothic church attributed to George Gilbert Scott (1872). This is a formidable building. An imposing large carved (stained-glass) window on the western front, a narrow aisled nave with the pulpit, some monuments and accoutrements preserved from previous incarnations. Isaac Newton, a former parishioner here. An active community.

R. B. -. E. k.

Have been passing this Church for many years so time to take a look Truly magnificent and a tribute to the architecture we have in this Country Very pleased to see so many tourists and other people visiting They have recitals and a fab organ, I can assure you the acoustics are great Go visit, go listen highly recommended

J. I.

What a lovely Church, we were there late afternoon and the sun was shining on the altar making it glow, it was beautiful. A lovely place to cool down and escape from the noise outside. The gardens behind are also lovely. Well worth a visit.

A. C.

A very nice church with an amazing atmoaphere. One can go for a prayer in the heart of Kensington and enjoy the silence

D. N.

Its a beautiful church located at the heart of High St Kensington ,a 3 minute walk from High St Kensington underground stn.

E. V.

Beautiful church, a little cathedral in the heart of London. Excellent sound and the Messiah was, as usual, a very emotive concert. Thank you to the organisers for keeping the agenda going and make the event feel so Covid safe.

D. N.

A peaceful place to feel it nice in your soul and heart.

J. T.

Magnificent place of peace and quiet just off the very busy High Street. There's a lively school next door and the sounds of children playing nearby gave a sense of life and modernity. The church is well kept and impressive.

M. D.

Beautiful church near Kensington Palace on the High Street. The gardens, although small, are charming. The staff at the church is also polite and helpful

P. O.

Very nice place church was open

S. D.

Peaceful little garden area to relax in the sun.

C. A.

I often attend services here when visiting London. Beautiful large 19th C church, an oasis in busy Kensington High Street area. Very welcoming clergy and personnel. Lovely music and professional choir. Much history to take in. Wonderful bell-ringing -- listen for the bells on Sunday mornings, and enjoy!

A. H.

Lovely church from the mid 19th century. We happened to stop here on a walking tour of Kensington village. What a delightful neighborhood church. The extra seating on each pew definitely indicated planning for a larger congregation. Lovely cloister garden as well.

R. S.

Attended for a christening. Lovely church in heart of Kensington. Great architecture and gardens. Priest was a charming man. Worth a visit and a nice break from the busy high Street

B. M.

Historic church which welcomes all, even those of little faith. And who doesn't like some peaceful thought and mindfulness in such a welcoming environment.

B. B.

We visited at Christmastime (December 2015) after visiting Kensington Palace; and conveniently located to the arorementioned palace. Infront was the sale of Christmas trees and what an inviting aroma for which to enter the church at this time of year! What wonderful architecture. Beautiful church. The cloister-like entery was "the draw" to it for me. Lovely!

G. L.

No words to describe this wonderful church. Just in the heart of Kensington and Chelsea. Buses and underground nearby. Shopoings and Restaurants. A must see for London lovers.

J. M.

Beautiful grounds, and lovely old church. Beatrix Potter (author of the Peter Rabbit books) was married here.

S. D.

stunning ! if your lucky enough to be near when the bell's are ringing it really add's a sense of atmosphere to kensington ! love it ❤

My favourite church in London. A beautiful, tranquil and spiritual place

N. A.

Truly stunning church. The great Douglas Bader was married here.

S. H.

Picturesque old Anglican Church which sometimes has concerts. Hidden gem of historic Kensington.

A wonderful Church in a very busy part of the City. Truly a place of sanctuary in our high speed world.

J. A.

The Saint Mary Abbots Church is a beautiful religious building located between Kensington Gardens and Holland Park.

J. C.

Top church, bigger inside than it looks

J. B.

The memorials are pure history. They are an insight into painful realities of organizing the British Empire.

N. Y.

Really beautiful place to visit. Amazing building style. Well taken care off

S. A.

A historical find just off the corner of High Street Kensington, a quiet sanctuary and beautiful church

A. P.

A church in the middle of the street.

A. D. P.

Great church It's worth more than one visit Try to find a piece of window with sir Isaacs Newton (clue North Transept)

S. A.

I went to this church for a concert last year which I really enjoyed.

D. S.

A peaceful and graceful church definitely worth going to have a look.

B. K.

The service is amazing the building is stunning 😍

V. C.

I attended the Easter Liturgy including Easter Vigil and the Service of Light. Awesome spiritual experience!

A. M.

Just a little wonderful gem of a place right in the middle of Kensington. Full of character and interesting stories

N. B.

Welcoming place with a supportive community, great focus on young people and also sacrament

J. F.

I'm a regular worshipper at St Mary Abbots Church and very much enjoy the services.

D. C.

Nice to nip in and take a look. Peaceful oasis, but not noteworthy.

C. S.

What a wonderful church! The Priest has a great presence and a sonorous voice.

R. G.

Gorgeous, spiritual and an oasis of calm in the midst of frenetic Kensington

A. B.

Lovely church, well worth a wander around.

Had the opportunity to sing here for a carol service for three years, and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

P. M.

Beautiful church and stain glass windows

A. D.

A nice place to rest when everything else feels hectic.

M. G.

Beautiful hidden gem in London

J. D.

Beautiful church. Enormous cat.

S. A.

Peace and quiet I always go there.

T. M.

Amazing church and free entry

N. H.

Beautiful building. A hidden gem.

j. v.

A must visit

P. C.

Lovely old church in the heart of Kensington

M. W.

A great venue for live music.

N. I.

Lovely and peaceful church.

M. N.

Mystic

o. o.

Beautiful place of worship.

S. B.

Serene. Majestic carving details.

N. J.

My Care by the Nursing nurses was 100%

B. B.

It's a place of worship.

R. V.

Beautiful chime play of the church

T. Q.

Friendly peaceful place

L. S.

I love this church.

sure

S. K.

Awesome church.

L. H.

Was there recently, enjoyed the beautiful architecture and was fascinated with the whole history of the place and it's connection to Abingdon in Oxfordshire. Worth a read.

S. M.

Friendly staff excellent

r. j.

Beautiful place.

T. R.

An oasis of calm

M. B.

Love

Beautiful

M. T.

Beautiful

V. O.

Beautiful church

C. d. N. P.

History

J. T.

Lovely Church

G. T.

(Translated) Very nice interior church. We also entered it during a walk, and it was a nice surprise. (Original) Très belle église intérieur. On y est entré également au cours d'une balade, et ce fut une belle surprise.

M. O. d. A.

(Translated) Very nice church. It is worth going in and seeing it a bit. Impressive windows. Very nice garden. It has a very nice catwalk. (Original) Muy bonita iglesia. Merece la pena entrar y verla un poco. Las ventanas impresionantes. Muy bonito jardín. Tiene una pasarela muy bonita.

J. S.

(Translated) Located in the Kensington neighborhood, its origins date back to 1262, when the Benedictines founded a church dedicated to the Virgin Mary. After several reforms, the primitive church was demolished, building the current one between 1860 and 1872, in neo-Gothic style and with the tallest tower in London, with a height of 85 meters, preserving some elements of the previous constructions, such as several funerary monuments , the oldest dated to the mid-seventeenth century. Around it a cemetery is preserved, as well as an elementary school founded in 1707. I visited it on the occasion of the Christmas Carol Concert, held on December 4, 2019, with the starring Katie Melua, being able to enjoy not only its beauty but its magnificent acoustics and its beautiful, very original cloister, which extends outside the church with direct access to its main door. The visit is free and the opening hours, from 07.00 to 18.00 hours from Monday to Friday, from 09.00 to 18.00 hours on Saturdays, and from 07.00 to 19.00 hours on Sundays. (Original) Ubicada en el barrio de Kensington, sus orígenes se remontan al año 1262, cuando los benedictinos fundaron en este lugar una iglesia dedicada a la Virgen María. Después de varias reformas, la primitiva iglesia fue demolida, construyéndose la actual entre 1860 y 1872, en estilo neogótico y con la torre más alta de Londres, con una altura de 85 metros, conservando algunos elementos de las construcciones anteriores, como varios monumentos funerarios, los más antiguos datados a mediados del siglo XVII. Alrededor de la misma se conserva un cementerio, así como una escuela primaria fundada en 1707. Yo la visité con motivo de la celebración del concierto benéfico Christmas Carol Concert, celebrado el 4 de diciembre de 2019, con la actuación estelar de Katie Melua, pudiendo disfrutar no solo de su belleza sino de su magnífica acústica y de su precioso claustro, muy original, que se extiende por el exterior de la iglesia con acceso directo a su puerta principal. La visita es gratuita y el horario de apertura, de 07.00 a 18.00 horas de lunes a viernes, de 09.00 a 18.00 horas los sábados, y de 07.00 a 19.00 horas los domingos.

A. R.

(Translated) Free entrance. Beautiful church with a dark air. Tombs and Gothic gallery outside. It is worth visiting (Original) Entrada gratuita. Iglesia preciosa con un aire tenebroso. Tumbas y galería gótica en el exterior. Merece la pena visitarla

C. Y.

(Translated) The beautiful churches in this area are always welcome to enter, although there are many cemeteries on the ground, which is not scary at all. (Original) 此區的美麗教堂，隨時歡迎大家進入，雖然有許多墓地在地上，一點也不令人害怕。

J. C. G. R.

(Translated) Neogothic church that claims to have the tower with the highest point of the churches in London. Own for the withdrawal. (Original) Iglesia neogotica que presume tener la torre con la punta más alta de las iglesias de Londres. Propia para el recogimiento.

(Translated) A very lovely church! Regardless of your denomination, come in and pray! God will hear you and give you peace! (Original) Очень прекрасная церковь! Независимо от вероисповедания заходите и молитесь! Бог услышит вас и даст вам мир!

R. S.

(Translated) A little gem of art in the heart of Kensigton with a very romantic secluded garden (Original) Un piccolo gioiellino d'arte nel cuore di Kensigton con un secluded garden molto romantico

P. M.

(Translated) Small oasis of peace, in a tree-lined garden, very quiet and above all sheltered, despite being in Kensington High st. (Original) Piccola oasi di pace, in un giardino alberato, molto silenzioso e sopratutto defilato, pur essendo in Kensington High st.

m. -. M. T. L. A.

(Translated) Mother's Day Mass 🤗🤗👌👌 (Original) Misa del dia de la Mare 🤗🤗👌👌

M. G.

(Translated) You breathe "Gothic" air in and out of the elaborate architectures! A lovely secluded corner and also well taken care of courtyards and gardens, cut from the pedestrian walkway that takes you away instantly by noise, traffic, crowds and distractions of "high street". Invited to relax and to think on the benches "memory" does not lack even the reflections for those with powers of observation, known inscriptions in memory of the past between the stone slabs scattered ... under our eyes! Unexpected pretty well mono-showcase shops on the stretch of the driveway outside courtyards. (Original) Si respira aria "gotica" dentro e fuori le elaborate architetture! Un grazioso angolo appartato e ben curato anche di cortili e giardinetti, tagliato dal vialetto pedonale che ti porta via all'istante da rumore, traffico, folla e distrazioni della "high street". Invitati a rilassarsi e a pensare sulle panchine "della memoria" non mancano neppure le riflessioni per chi, con spirito di osservazione, nota iscrizioni in ricordo del passato tra le lastre di pietra sparse...sotto il nostro sguardo! Inaspettati pure i graziosi negozietti mono-vetrina sul tratto del vialetto al di fuori dei cortili.

み.

(Translated) Very tasteful, you can see inside (Original) とても趣きがあります、中を見る事ができます

M. I. G.

(Translated) A different church, it is worth knowing both its interior and its exterior (Original) Una iglesia diferente, vale la pena conocerla tanto su interior como su exterior

A. R. C.

(Translated) It's a typical English church that I liked. It is a little different from the Spanish churches but it has its charm and leaves you with the feeling that the time there has stopped. Do not stop appreciating the gardens you have. (Original) Es una típica iglesia inglesa que me gustó. Es un poco diferente a las iglesias españolas pero tiene su encanto y te deja con la sensación de que el tiempo allí se ha detenido. No dejar de apreciar los jardines que tiene.

S. C.

(Translated) Precious!!!!! It is worth knowing it !!! Along with the antique passage that is next to her (Original) Preciosa!!!!! Vale conocerla!!! Junto con el pasaje de antigüedades que está junto ella

B. E.

(Translated) It's nothing short of splendid, luckily I saw it from the bus otherwise I didn't really know it existed. A must see. A pleasant surprise, inside the church there was a beautiful big cat sleeping 😀 (Original) È a dir poco splendida, per fortuna l'ho vista dal bus altrimenti non sapevo proprio che esistesse. Assolutamente da vedere. Sorpresa gradita, all'interno della chiesa c'era uno splendido micione che dormiva 😀

S. D.

(Translated) Passed by chance, it is an excellent discovery, very pretty Gothic style church, soothing and calm gardens (Original) Passé devant par hasard, c'est une excellente découverte, très jolie église de type gothique, jardins très apaisants et calmes

L. S.

(Translated) Beautiful and charming typical church. In addition to his cemetery and school. All very native. (Original) Hermosa y encantadora iglesia típica. Además de su cementerio y la escuela. Todo muy autóctono.

M. A. Y.

(Translated) Beautiful stained glass and architecture. Highly recommended, to enjoy the visit more, document yourself before the history of the church. (Original) Preciosas vidrieras y arquitectura. Muy recomendable, para disfrutar mas de la visita, documentarse antes de la historia de la iglesia.

R. F.

(Translated) The church was open and the atmosphere warm, the wood, the benches, the silence. (Original) La chiesa era aperta e calda l'atmosfera, il legno, le panche, il silenzio.

C. J.

(Translated) Nice and familiar typically English church, it is worth visiting. (Original) Bonita y familiar iglesia típicamente inglesa, vale la pena visitarla.

K. Y.

(Translated) Süppeerrr ♥ ️ ♥ ️🙏🤗 (Original) Süppeerrr ♥️♥️🙏🤗

T. R. G. G.

(Translated) A very calm and good church. I participated in Mass. 2016 (Original) とても落ち着いた良い教会です。🎄ミサに参加させていただきました。2016

J. N.

(Translated) Very nice outside, inside. We came here for Christmas at Christmas, it was a very nice experience. (Original) Nagyon szép kívül, belül. Karácsonykor ide tértünk be misére, nagyon szép élmény volt.

A. S.

(Translated) Wonderful, enchanting, it seems to return to the times of Henry V (Original) Meravigliosa, incantevole, sembra di ritornare ai tempi di Enrico V