St George's Square, Pimlico, London SW1V 3QW
St Saviour's, Pimlico
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Why it's Wildland
3.7A Pimlico landmark with an unusually personal link to the neighbourhood: St Saviour's was consecrated in 1864, and its spire was London's tallest in the 1860s.
St Saviour's is a distinctive piece of Pimlico's Victorian story rather than a wild landscape destination. Its Gothic church and landmark spire make it a worthwhile stop on a neighbourhood walk, especially for visitors interested in architecture and local history.
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The experience
A compact architectural and local-history stop, best experienced as part of a walk through Pimlico. The church's exterior, Gothic design and connections to Thomas Cubitt's development of the area give the visit more depth than a quick glance, though interior access should be checked in advance.
Things to do
See the church's landmark spire
Look for the northwest tower and spire, which the supplied walking-tour account says was London's tallest in the 1860s and remains visible around Pimlico.
Notice the church's Gothic materials and form
The church is described as Decorated Gothic, built from ragstone with Bath stone dressings, with a six-bay nave and a tower to the north-west. Interior details can only be viewed if access is available.
Place St Saviour's in Pimlico's story
The supplied account connects the church's site and construction to Thomas Cubitt's development of Pimlico: Cubitt's executors donated the land and the Duke of Westminster funded much of the building work.
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Quick escape · Under 1 hour
A quick look at St Saviour's
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Go to St Saviour's in St George's Square.
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View the church and its northwest tower and spire from the surrounding streets.
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If you hope to go inside, check access with the church first.
Half day · About 90 minutes
St Saviour's and a Pimlico architecture walk
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Explore Pimlico on the Garden Village of Pimlico walk, which describes the area's architecture and development.
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Include St Saviour's as a church and architectural stop.
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The published guided walk starts at Pimlico Station and finishes at Tachbrook Street Market; check its current availability and booking details.
Verified history
St Saviour's was consecrated on 16 July 1864. The supplied walking-tour account says the land was donated by the executors of Thomas Cubitt and that the Duke of Westminster funded much of the building work. Designed by Thomas Cundy Jnr in the Decorated Gothic style, it is described as a ragstone church with Bath stone dressings, a six-bay nave and a north-west tower. The spire was London's tallest in the 1860s. The same account notes that Laurence Olivier was a choirboy there, that the tennis pioneer Mr Wingfield worshipped there, and that Sir Compton Mackenzie married there.
Hidden details
A literary and theatrical connection — The supplied walking-tour account says Laurence Olivier was a choirboy at St Saviour's, and that Sir Compton Mackenzie was married there.
A connection to the Young England Kindergarten — The supplied walking-tour account says Diana, Princess of Wales, worked at the Young England Kindergarten in the church hall before her marriage. It also reports a commemorative tree in the hall courtyard and a memorial bench by the main doors; access to these areas is not confirmed.
When to go
· During confirmed visiting hours if seeking interior access; otherwise, choose a time when the church exterior is convenient to view on a Pimlico walk.
The supplied information identifies no seasonal feature; this is primarily an architectural and local-history visit.
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Worth pairing with
The Garden Village of Pimlico Walk
A 90-minute guided walk about Pimlico's architecture and development, starting at Pimlico Station and ending at Tachbrook Street Market. Check current dates and booking details.
What to look for
From outside, look for the northwest tower and spire. If entry is available, notice the church's Decorated Gothic design, ragstone and Bath stone dressings, and six-bay nave.
The story
Victorian church architecture; Pimlico's development; local cultural connections.
Best time to go
Year-round for an exterior look and a Pimlico walk; confirm church access before visiting.
Visit during confirmed opening hours if you want to enquire about entering; otherwise, view the church from the surrounding streets. The supplied listings give weekday hours and show it closed at weekends, but current access should be checked.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
Perfect for
History lovers · Walkers · Photographers
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Listed hours
- Monday: 9am-5pm
- Tuesday: 9am-5pm
- Wednesday: 9am-5pm
- Thursday: 9am-5pm
- Friday: 9am-5pm
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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Opening & access
The church is in St George's Square. Visitor access to the interior is not confirmed; check directly before planning a visit. Listed hours are Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, and closed at weekends, but confirm current arrangements. Access arrangements are unconfirmed. Check before visiting; do not enter private land or restricted structures.
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Accessibility
The supplied place information reports a wheelchair-accessible entrance and toilet. Confirm current access and facilities directly before visiting.
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