Sandys Row Synagogue
London's oldest surviving Ashkenazi synagogue, in a building erected by Huguenots in 1766 as a church, and the last fully functioning Jewish community in Spitalfields.
- Hidden gem
- Price: Free
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Did you know
The building began in 1766 as a Huguenot community church called L'Eglise de l'Artillerie, and later became a synagogue.
Local tip
It is only open to visitors on occasional open days and events, so check the synagogue's visits page before going.
Finding it
- Address
- 4a Sandys Row, Spitalfields, London E1 7HW
- Nearest station
- London Liverpool Street (National Rail), 307 m away
Details change, so check with the place before you set off.
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