St Edmund the King, 57–59 Lombard Street, London EC3V 9EA
IMPRINT Church London: St Edmund the King & Martyr
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Why it's Wildland
4.1On Lombard Street, a City church rebuilt after the Great Fire carries its story in its architecture: the present building dates from 1670–79, and its tower’s flaming urns allude to the 1666 fire.
A compact piece of post-Fire City history, with a distinctive Wren-era silhouette and a story tied closely to the street around it. Its appeal is architectural and historical rather than wild landscape.
Atmospheric · Grand
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The experience
A short architectural and historical stop on Lombard Street. The church is also used for IMPRINT services; check current arrangements before visiting outside a service.
Things to do
Look for the flaming urns
Examine the church tower’s urn ornaments, described as an allusion to the Great Fire of London.
A few minutes
Attend an IMPRINT service
IMPRINT lists Sunday services at St Edmund the King. Check its current service information before setting out.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · Under 1 hour
A short City church stop
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Check with IMPRINT that the church will be accessible to visitors.
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Visit St Edmund the King on Lombard Street and look for the tower’s flaming urns, a reference to the Great Fire of London.
Verified history
A church on the site is recorded by 1292. Its medieval predecessor was destroyed in the Great Fire of London in 1666. The present church was built between 1670 and 1679; the parish listing attributes it to Sir Christopher Wren and Robert Hooke. The tower’s flaming urns refer to the fire. IMPRINT’s official website identifies St Edmund the King as one of its London church buildings and lists Sunday services there.
Hidden details
The tower’s fire reference — The flaming urns on the tower are described as a memorial reference to the Great Fire of London.
When to go
· During a confirmed service or another time arranged with the church.
No seasonal visitor advantage is evidenced; access and service arrangements are the practical consideration.
A City church visit; check access arrangements before travelling.
What to look for
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The tower’s flaming urns, which allude to the Great Fire
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the church’s Lombard Street setting
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and the building’s post-Fire history.
The story
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Best time to go
Year-round; check service and visitor arrangements before travelling.
Visit during a confirmed service or arrange access with IMPRINT. The supplied church listing gives Sunday service times; check the current schedule before travelling.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
Perfect for
History lovers · Architecture enthusiasts
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: Closed
- Friday: Closed
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: 11:45am-5pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
IMPRINT holds Sunday services at St Edmund the King. The church’s general visitor access and opening times are not confirmed; check with IMPRINT before making a separate visit. Access arrangements are unconfirmed. Check before visiting; do not enter private land or restricted structures.
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Toilets
A toilet is listed in the supplied place information; confirm availability before visiting.
Food & drink
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Dogs
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Accessibility
The supplied place information lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance and seating, and a wheelchair-accessible toilet. A wheelchair-accessible car park is not listed. Confirm current access arrangements with the church.
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