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A view of the main entrance of the church in winter with a blue sky and people sat on the benches.

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CLOSURE - 23rd November

Please note, we will be closed to public on 23rd November for a private event.

The Cards for Good Causes shop will also be closed.

The church will reopen for Musicals by Candlelight in the evening.

Our Christmas Season 2023 Announced!

Join us for another dazzling Christmas at The Actors' Church.

We still have a few dates that are avaliable for hire over Christmas, contact concerts@actorschurch.org for more information.

We are changing how we distribute our weekly congregational newsletter.

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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.

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.

What's On Today?


At the heart of Covent Garden for more than 300 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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Rev'd Simon Grigg performing Mass

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.

A wide view of the east end of the church. In the centre is the altar and surround, on each side there are stained glass windows and chapels.

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


17th Nov - 9th Dec

Musicals by Candlelight


Musicals by Candlelight invites you to sit back, relax and experience the world’s most beloved musical theatre compositions performed by a live string quartet in the heart of London’s West End.

5th Dec

Candles and Stars - TCUK Christmas Celebration


St Paul's Church welcomes back TCUK in their annual Christmas Carol service. With readings, carols and performances from across the industry.

6th Dec

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas: Anatomy of a Christmas Classic. A Gresham College Lecture.


A Gresham College Lecture. Visiting Professor, Dominic Broomfield-McHugh breaks down the roots of classic Christmas songs and why we love them.

6th Dec

Baby Gospel Christmas Concert


Baby Gospel returns for a Christmas special! An uplifting family concert of soul, gospel and festive music, featuring the astonishing vocal talents of CK Gospel Choir, professional gospel choir based in London.

7th Dec

Festival of Carols 2023


Join London’s Transport Choir for the annual Festival of Carols from St Paul’s Church in Covent Garden.

8th Dec

Uncovered Opera - Christmas Concert


Uncovered Opera finish off their year with a classic Christmas concert, featuring works by Verdi, Rossini and some familiar Christmas carols.

8th Dec

The Royal Theatrical Fund's Christmas Concert


The Royal Theatrical Fund are delighted to be returning to the Actors Church with their annual Christmas Concert.

9th Dec

Choral Christmas - Olympic Choir & Friends


Get into the festive spirit with a wonderful programme of songs performed by Olympic Choir, Barnes Community Choir and guests featuring Christmas favourites to songs from the world of pop, classical and musicals.

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Donate


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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Phone: 1225 6387 020

Email: gro.hcruhcsrotca@ofni

St Pauls Church
Bedford Street
London
WC2E 9ED

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