Wren300 Square Mile Churches

22/05/2024

We are pleased to share with you the online exhibition for the Wren300 City Full of People project. This project focuses on four different London parishes: St Bride’s, St Vedast, St Martin Ludgate, and St Botolph’s without Aldgate. It investigates the lives of long-forgotten people who lived in London during the time of Wren’s rebuilding programme (1666 - 1726).

The exhibition delves into several themes, such as 'Difference, Discrimination, and Violence', 'Feeding the City', and 'A City of Diversity', among others. There are many interesting stories about the Londoners who inhabited the city during this turbulent time to uncover!

Visit the exhibition through the link: https://squaremilechurches.co.uk/resources/online-exhibition/

Special thanks to: London Metropolitan Archives
The National Lottery Heritage Fund

Marking Wren’s 300 anniversary, volunteers have researched some of the craftspeople and residents who took part in or witnessed the rebuilding. Follow the stories and threads of these people’s lives who might otherwise be overlooked in the pages of history.

21/03/2024

We are delighted to present our short film celebrating the incredible journey of over the past year! From educational visits, exhibitions, conservation workshops to social history research, dome building and the Wrenathon, it has been a year filled with milestones and cherished memories. We extend our appreciation to everyone involved in making this year of achievement possible! 🎉

The National Lottery Heritage Fund, City of London Corporation: City View, Diocese of London, The Georgian Group, London Metropolitan Archives, Cliveden Conservation Workshop, Terra Measurement Ltd, Temple Bar Trust London, London Fire Brigade, Nottingham Trent University, Roger Mears Architects, World Monuments Fund

Video by Alex J Wright

20/10/2023

Calling all schools: don’t miss out on FREE places for Yr10-12 students at an amazing workshop exploring the career opportunities in conservation and heritage… Tuesday 7th November. Interested?

History, conservation and careers for Yr10-12 students: Meet Westminster Abbey’s conservation team, walk on the incredible Cosmati pavement where Charles III was crowned, and have-a-go sessions with leading conservators and craftspeople. Sign up here - https://shorturl.at/KPST2

Photo credit to amanderson2

Westminster Abbey

13/10/2023

The Bells of Old Bailey will ring on 9th November.

Book your tickets now and join us for a memorable evening! - https://squaremilechurches.co.uk/event/the-bells-of-old-bailey-an-evening-of-church-bell-change-ringing/

13/10/2023

Join us on 18th October for a memorable journey through time.

Tony Tucker will lead a captivating walk, to delve into the City's 2000-year history, focusing on the lasting impact of the Blitz and the firefighters who risked their lives to protect London.

Book for free through the link: https://rb.gy/rkb2w

Walking Tour visiting the Firefighters’ Memorial and a range of Wren’s churches, this walk will focus on the Blitz, and the firefighters who fought to save the City.

04/07/2023

Make sure you don’t miss our next conservation event with Cliveden Conservation Workshop.

Join us on Wednesday July 12th at St Vedast-alias-Foster and enjoy an evening focusing on Christopher Wren's exquisite Baroque ironwork. Sign up here - http://bit.ly/44fmjGo

Credit to Alex Coode, Coode Conservation

24/06/2023

A spectacular celebration of community singing and Wren’s historic architecture.

24/06/2023

If you're looking for something to do after your at No.7 why not head to the to listen to some music? Singers from various community will be performing from 12pm!

Wren300 Square Mile Churches

21/06/2023

Learn the secrets behind the baton

23/05/2023

📅 Coming Soon to the City

👀 Immerse yourself in the world of Sir Christopher Wren - British architect - and visit a re-creation of Wren’s St Paul’s working ‘office’ from the 1600's!

📍 Guildhall Art Gallery and London's Roman Amphitheatre, from 16 June. Free Entry.

👉 https://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/events/wren-at-work-wren300-exhibition

📷 Wren300 Square Mile Churches

12/05/2023

We are looking for to help us on Saturday 24th June for our choral marathon called the Wrenathon to make the day a success!

As part of the Wren300 Square Mile churches program, the Wrenathon vocal music marathon featuring hundreds of singers from over twelve community choirs across nine city churches.
With gospel, a ca****la, pop, immersive choral theatre, global and folk song, classical choral music and featuring vocalists young and old, this vocal music marathon brings together singers of all styles to showcase the breadth of community singing today.
If you would like to get involved, please visit our website to find out more: https://squaremilechurches.co.uk/wren-300/get-involved/