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Sunday Eucharist

Sunday Eucharist is now being celebrated in person at the Church and streamed on Youtube.

Join us on Sunday at 11am either virtually or in person.

Theatre in the Garden 2025

Check out our fansatic array of theatre this summer!

Services

Here at St Paul's we hold services every Sunday at 11am, and Wednesday at 1.10pm. Click here to find out about our regular services including our monthly Choral Evensong.

Hear more on our concerts and events

We host over 400 events a year, from an outdoor summer season, to a variety of chamber and choral music.


At the heart of Covent Garden for nearly 400 years.

Welcome to the website of St Paul's Church, Covent Garden, affectionately known as The Actors' Church.

Weekly Church Services

Watch a welcome from the Rector, Reverend Simon Grigg

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Sunday

Sunday Eucharist
Live and on YouTube
11am

2nd Sunday of the Month

Sung Evensong
Live in church only
4pm

Wednesday

Lunchtime Eucharist
Live in church only
1.10pm

Visit

This beautiful church, built by Inigo jones, in the busy West End of London has been here since 1633.

Worship

St Paul's is the Parish Church of Covent Garden and therefore as well as worshipping on Sunday also provides various pastoral support.

Hire

St Paul's Church is an ideal place to hold an event or fundraiser. With our award-winning gardens we can cater to a number of unique events.

What's important to us

Our Values

St Paul's seeks to be welcoming and inclusive of all and is committed to championing equality and diversity.

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Pastoral services

Life's Big Events

Find out more about how to have a wedding, Baptism, funeral or memorial service, or another event at St Paul's.

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Upcoming Events


22nd Feb - 16th May

Musicals by Candlelight


Experience the enchantment of Musicals by Candlelight as it returns to London’s historic Actors' Church in the heart of Covent Garden.

6th Mar

Geronimo Rauch presents Chapter One


Join us for an unforgettable evening with Gerónimo Rauch as he brings "Chapter One" to life at London's St Paul's Church on March 6 at 19:30. Special guest Frank Wildhorn, the composer behind the album's iconic songs, will make this night even more special.

7th Mar

Alastair Coughlan


The Actors' Church is delighted to be hosting pianist and composer Alastair Coughlan for his debut performance.  

13th Mar

The Taft Chamber Orchestra and Jazz Band


Come and enjoy a free lunchtime concert on Thursday 13th March at 1pm in a wonderful setting! A mix of classical and jazz music played by these talented High School students.

13th Mar

Lawyers Music: The Song Sung True


"The Song Sung True" a celebration of singing presenting ancient, modern and contemporary songs of praise, love, joy, sadness, life and music itself, from the LLM commission "Song Sung True" by Judith Weir to Byrd, Rutter, Monteverdi, McDowell, Vaughan Williams, Chilcott, Gawthrop and more.

The title of "Baby Broadway" boldly laid out on a blue light background.

14th Mar

Baby Broadway Family Concert


Baby Broadway returns with their family concert, celebrating the hits of Musical Theatre, that's fun for young and old!

16th Mar

A Night at the Musicals


"An Unforgettable Night of West End Magic: The Best Hits from the World’s Most Iconic Musicals, Performed by Star-Studded West End Voices!" all in aid of Guide Dogs UK

21st - 22nd Mar

Musicals by Candlelight: Stephen Sondheim Tribute


Musicals by Candlelight: Stephen Sondheim Tribute returns to London’s historic Actors' Church in Covent Garden, celebrating the 95th anniversary of one of musical theatre’s greatest composers.

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St Paul's Church has been at the heart of its community for over 300 years. Your donation helps support our work with our community and preserve the church for those who come after.

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