CITY CHURCHES - Medieval Magnificence to Baroque Brilliance
FRIDAY 27th February
MEET AT 1100 FOR 1115 latest departure ☺️
On the steps of the Royal Exchange, Bank Junction, EC3V EDG (Bank tube)
Today the soaring temples of the City are dedicated to Mammon, but in the Middle Ages the skyline was dominated by its 100-plus Christian churches and chapels. There are still more than fifty churches crammed into the square mile - the ancient heart of London - and they provide an evocative window into its past. This tour visits some of the most memorable, historic and beautiful examples, from medieval Gothic, to the brilliance of Wren's post Great Fire creations. We'll see stained glass, carved fonts, Blitz survivors, painted domes, wedding cake plasterwork and modern art and hear the fascinating stories witnessed by their ancient walls.
This walk is a little over a mile largely on the flat, duration c.100 mins. Final details will be sent to all bookers Wednesday 25th February.
**IMPORTANT** If you wish to join for lunch afterwards at a cosy City pub PLEASE TICK the PUB LUNCH box when booking: getting a table is a mare for 12+ people... (Cost of lunch not included.)