The Priory Church of St. Bartholomew the Great London, England, UK

Founded in 1123 as a priory church, Great St. Bart's is one of the oldest churches in London and has appeared in several films. Today it is an active Anglican church known for its choral services.

Priory Church of St. Bartholomew the Great, London, England. Image credit: Holly Hayes

Listed Building Description
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WEST SMITHFIELD EC1 1. 5002 Church of St Bartholomew the Great TQ 3181 NE 2/17 4.1.50.

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  1. Surviving eastern portion of church of former Augustinian Priory founded 1123. 1 bay of C12 nave plus crossing with shortened transepts. C12 apsed choir with vaulted ambulatory, C14 clerestorey and timber roof. C14 Lady Chapel etc. Early C17 brick tower to south west of crossing with small timber cupola. Good late mediaeval tomb (of founder) and other, later monuments. The whole building is much altered and rebuilt. East wall of C15 cloister has been reconstructed incorporating old fragments.

Listing NGR: TQ3195681711