City of London in Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)

Parish Church of St Stephen Walbrook

Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, April 25, 2026

1. Parish Church of St Stephen Walbrook Marker

Inscription.
This Church was founded on the bank of the Walbrook stream over a thousand years ago. It has occupied its present site since 1428. The current building was designed by Sir Christopher Wren following the Great Fire of London in 1666 and is generally considered to be his masterpiece. It now contains a central altar by Henry Moore, installed in 1987.

A leaflet giving a fuller history of the church is available within.

The previous Rector, Dr Chad Varah, founded the Samaritans here.

We extend a warm welcome to all, to visit, to reflect, to pray, or to worship with us. Details of services are given in the glass-fronted noticeboard.

Parish Clergy: The Revd Stephen Baxter

www.ststephenwalbrook.net

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1428.

Location. 51° 30.762′ N, 0° 5.404′ W. Marker is in City of London, England, in Greater London. It is at the intersection of Walbrook and St Stephen’s Row, on the right when traveling north on Walbrook. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal

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address: 39 Walbrook, City of London, England EC4N 8BN, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Greater South East.

Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean,

in the North Atlantic Region,

in Europe,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Samaritans (a few steps from this marker); Mary Harris Smith FCA (within shouting distance of this marker); St Mary Woolchurch (within shouting distance of this marker); Stocks Market (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); St Mildred’s Church (about 90 meters away); Elizabeth Fry (about 90 meters away); Thomas Hood (about 90 meters away); General Letter Office (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in City of London.

Also see . . . History (Church of St Stephen Walbrook). History main page, leading to more historical information on 17 different church-related topics.

St Stephen Walbrook boasts
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, April 25, 2026

2. Parish Church of St Stephen Walbrook and Marker
a rich and vibrant history, dating back to the second century A.D. While its location and design have evolved over the centuries, the essence of this iconic venue has remained unchanged since Sir Christopher Wren’s masterful reconstruction following the Great Fire of London. Explore this section to uncover the church's fascinating story and its connection to some of history's most well-known figures.

(Submitted on May 13, 2026.)

Exterior of St. Stephen's, Walbrook, in 1700 image. Click for full size.

William H. Prior (courtesy the British Library via Wikimedia Commons), 1873

3. Exterior of St. Stephen's, Walbrook, in 1700

Credits. This page was last revised on May 13, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 13, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 10 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 13, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.