Welcome to St Andrew by the Wardrobe

with St Ann Blackfriars and St Martin Ludgate

Sharing God’s grace, generosity, and truth
Sharing God’s grace, generosity, and truth
Sharing God’s grace, generosity, and truth
Sharing God’s grace, generosity, and truth
Sharing God’s grace, generosity, and truth

Service times for St Andrew by the Wardrobe

Service times for St Martin Ludgate

Services

Services take place in both church buildings, and all are welcome.
Please click on the links for full details.

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Where you are welcome

Nestled in the heart of the City of London, our parish has two churches and two historic churchyards. All are welcome, whether for public worship, private prayer, recreation, or reflection and whether you are here working, to see the sights of London, or because you live here. You can find our service times here. Our doors are open Monday to Friday, providing peaceful spaces for personal prayer and reflection amid the bustle of the City.

St Andrew’s is the Parish and Ward church, providing a spiritual home and centre of worship for the local community. St Martin’s ministers to many who pass by up and down Ludgate Hill. Both churches serve many organisations and associations. At St Andrew’s, we host the Coptic Orthodox Church, and at St Martin’s, the Elim Full Gospel Chinese Church.

The church of St Ann Blackfriars was not rebuilt after the Great Fire in 1666, but the two churchyards on Church Entry and Ireland Yard are open during daylight hours as places of recreation and rest.

We seek to share God’s grace, generosity, and truth. Our worship follows the Catholic tradition of the Church of England, using the Book of Common Prayer.

Our History ▸

Open to all

Our churches welcome those who work in the City, whether it’s at a desk, or in a shop, or on a building site, as well as residents and visitors of all faiths and none.

We invite you to worship with us and to join us in our faith in Jesus Christ. Our historic churches are not only places of worship, but centres for cultural activities, spiritual respite, and support, contributing to the wellbeing of those who live and work in the area.

You can find out about other events like our Advanced Sunday School on our events page.

St Andrew by the Wardrobe is part of City Catholics, a group of Church of England churches in the City which are part of the fellowship of churches within the Diocese of London and the Church of England, which are members of the Society of Saint Wilfrid and Saint Hilda and only receive the ordained ministry of men. Far from restricting who can do what, we actively encourage the ministry and contribution of all people in the varied ministries to which God has called us.

Collaborative and sustainable

We are proud to share St Andrew’s with the Coptic Orthodox Archdiocese of London, and St Martin’s with the Elim Full Gospel Chinese Church. These ecumenical partnerships enrich the spiritual life of these special places, and reflect mutual respect and shared commitment to serving the diverse communities of the City. This includes outreach through the Coptic City Mission, which actively supports the local homeless population.

As the first Grade I listed church in London to achieve net zero carbon emissions, St Andrew’s leads by example in caring for creation while embracing its historic and cultural heritage. The Ludgate Gateway Project seeks to achieve a major renovation of that church in the next few years.

We continue to grow as centres of worship, education, and community life, welcoming workers, tourists, schools, local visitors, residents, and all who seek a place of connection and peace.

Whether you’re exploring faith, seeking a quiet space, or looking to join a Christian community, we warmly invite you to be part of life at St Andrew by the Wardrobe and St Martin Ludgate.