Temple Church
London, England, EC4Y 7BB
Next service Sunday 19 July · 08:00 — Holy Communion (BCP)
Quick answer
Temple Church is a Church of England (Anglican) church in London, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion (BCP) at 08:00 and Sung Eucharist at 10:30 — times verified 1 July 2026, but confirm with the parish before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
At a Glance
Verified 1 July 2026
- Denomination
- Church of England (Anglican) (anglican)
- Location
- London, England
- Postcode
- EC4Y 7BB
- Diocese
- Diocese of London
- Main service
- Sunday 08:00 — Holy Communion (BCP)
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 1 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Holy Communion (BCP)
Sung Eucharist
Choral Evensong
Morning Prayer
Evensong
About Temple Church
The Temple Church, a royal peculiar in the Church of England, is a church in the Inner and Middle Temples located between Fleet Street and the River Thames in London, England. It was built by the Knights Templar for their English headquarters in the Temple precinct and consecrated on 10 February 1185 by Patriarch Heraclius of Jerusalem. During the reign of King John (1199–1216) it served as the royal treasury, supported by the role of the Knights Templar as proto-international bankers. It is now jointly owned by the Inner Temple and Middle Temple Inns of Court, bases of the English legal profession.
Notable facts about Temple Church
- The Church of England is the established church of England and the mother church of the worldwide Anglican Communion, which numbers tens of millions of members across more than 165 countries.
- Temple Church belongs to the Diocese of London, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- With 5 regular services listed across 2 days of the week, Temple Church offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Temple Church has made a point of being welcoming to all, with accessibility features including wheelchair access.
What to Expect at a Church of England (Anglican) Church
Anglican (Church of England) worship follows the rhythm of the Book of Common Prayer and Common Worship. Sunday services often range from a said early-morning Holy Communion to a main mid-morning Sung Eucharist or Morning Prayer, and many parishes hold Choral Evensong later in the day. Services blend set liturgy, hymns, Scripture readings and a sermon. Everyone is welcome, whether you are exploring faith or returning to church.
Facilities & Accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
- Cathedral choir
- Daily worship
- Café
- Gift shop
- Guided tours
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Temple Church?
Temple Church is located at London, EC4Y 7BB, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Temple Church?
Temple Church is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of London. You can read more about the Church of England (Anglican) tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Temple Church?
Temple Church holds regular services on Sunday, Weekdays; see the full list of service times on this page. Times can change for holidays and special occasions, so it is worth checking with the church before visiting.
How do I contact Temple Church?
You can contact Temple Church through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Temple Church?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Temple Church welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.
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