Built in 1729 by architect Nicholas Hawksmoor, this splendid church has in recent years been restored to its original state (tasteless alterations had been made to the building following a lightning strike in the 19th century). Most tourists get no further than cowering before the wonderfully overbearing spire, but the revived interior is impressive too, its pristine whiteness in marked contrast to its architect’s dark reputation. The formidable 1735 Richard Bridge organ is almost as old as the church. Regular concerts are held here, notably during the annual Spitalfields Music Festival.
Christ Church Spitalfields
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- Address:
- Commercial Street
- London
- E1 6LY
- Contact:
- View Website
- 020 7377 2440
- Transport:
- Rail/Tube: Liverpool Street; Tube: Aldgate East
- Price:
- Admission free
- Opening hours:
- und. Open 10am-4pm Mon-Fri; 1-4pm Sun
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