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The church is an important early example of the Greek Revival architecture and it is mostly built from brick, faced with Portland stone.

Built mid-way through the 19th century, the church is undoubtedly one of the most significant and architecturally important buildings in Wood Green and sits in a privileged position at the top of what was once known as Jolly Butchers Hill.

A witnessing church; a church worth witnessing.

The church is set in delightful rural setting and is known for its spectacular Flemish woodwork and peaceful situation.

Consecrated in 1686 by Bishop Henry Compton (after whom Old Compton St is named) the original church was designed by William Talman, who worked under Sir Christopher Wren. In December 2016 our redesigned entrance, featuring our name in neon lights, was dedicated by the Bishop of London to ensure the church remains a visible presence in the community it serves.

St Saviour’s opened in 1879, in a temporary building known as a ‘Tin Tabernacle’ to serve the growing community of Crouch Hill and Finsbury Park, following the arrival of the railway.

The history of St Patrick’s is, shall we say, colourful.

The exterior of St Mary's successfully blends elegant Perpendicular lines with rustic stone, partly fieldstone and partly a type of deep golden green sand known as carstone, which came from a nearby quarry known as The Butts.

Situated above the River Till on the southern edge of Salisbury plain.

This church has strong American associations as during the Second World War some 6,000 men and women of the 351st Heavy Bombardment Group Eight, United States Army Airforce, was stationed at the newly created Polebrook Airbase.

Handsome neo Gothic church of 1914-15 with original furnishings, 18th century font and outstanding stained glass by Lawrence Lee and Nathaniel Westlake, visitors welcome.