St Pancras Old Church
A Grade II* listed parish church on Pancras Road that claims one of the oldest Christian sites in London, with a churchyard that holds Sir John Soane's tomb.
- Hidden gem
- Price: Free
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Did you know
Sir John Soane's Grade I listed family tomb here, dating from 1837, is often said to have inspired the red telephone box.
Local tip
The church is open daily from 9.30am and closes between 3pm and 5pm depending on whether a concert is booked; the churchyard is open daily until dusk. Guided tours of the churchyard can be requested by email.
Finding it
- Address
- Pancras Road, London NW1 1UL
- Nearest station
- London St Pancras International, 265 m away
Details change, so check with the place before you set off.
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