religious
J Loughborough Pearson, 1881
St Michael's Church, Poplar Walk, Croydon, CR0 1UA
St Michael's is a Grade 1 listed building by architect J L Pearson. It was described by the poet John Betjeman as”one of Pearson’s loveliest churches” and Pevsner stated that “The interior is one of Pearson’s finest, and one of the most satisfying of its date anywhere”. There are particularly fine interior furnishings by eminent artists such as Bodley, Temple Moore and Comper.
West Croydon
194, 198, 64
NA
Step-free access is via the Narthex door at the North East corner of the building.
Outstanding Anglo-Catholic Church, candles and aroma of incense. Fine architecture and interior fittings. Seating and refreshments available
10:00–16:30
Visitors are welcome to visit and explore the Church at any time during the day.
09:00–16:30
Visitors are welcome to explore the Church except during Masses. These are at 9am and 11am and anyone is welcome to see the building in use.
Guided tour
11:00–11:30
A tour of the building will also offer visitors the chance to examine architectural plans of the Church and see fittings and vestments.
How to book
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Guided tour
15:00–15:30
An opportunity for a close exploration of Pearson's fine Church in conversation with the Parish Clergy who serve here.
How to book
Please create a free visitor account to book your festival tickets.
In 1879 J L Pearson was appointed to design this Church, which was to be an Anglo-Catholic Church, reflecting the principles and aesthetics of the Oxford movement. The Church, which Pearson himself was to describe as 'a place for real worship' was dedicated on October 1st 1881 and consecrated in 1895. Fine interior fittings by leading ecclesiastical artists and furnishers were added throughout the 20th Century.