Visiting St Alfege Church and admission
Welcome to St Alfege Church, in the heart of one of London’s most vibrant and fascinating areas. From its beginnings, Greenwich has been a place that welcomes new residents and visitors, and St Alfege Church has stood at its centre since the martyrdom of St Alfege in 1012.
We offer uplifting worship for all ages and every year, thousands pass through our doors to admire the stunning architecture, learn about our rich history, or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
Opening times
We strive to keep St Alfege Church open Tuesday to Sunday, plus Bank Holidays, from 11 am to 4 pm. However, occasional closures may occur due to weddings, funerals, special events, maintenance, or other activities. Please check our website or contact us to confirm our opening hours. We are always happy to assist with your visit.
Beyond the church, Greenwich offers plenty to explore, including the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich Market, the Cutty Sark, and the stunning Greenwich Park. The church is a short walk from the riverfront, with numerous cafés, restaurants, and shops nearby.
Admission
Entry to St Alfege Church is free, but maintaining this historic building comes at a significant cost. If you are able, we kindly ask for a donation of £5-£10 to support our work in preserving the church for future generations.
To enhance your visit, consider purchasing our informative Church Visitor Guide for £3.
Donations can be made via a donation box near the exit, through a Contactless Card reader, or using a Gift Aid Envelope for UK taxpayers to increase their contribution’s impact.
Hidden Spaces tours
We are now running Hidden Spaces tours, including a visit to the crypt. Find out more [here].
Services and worship
Everyone is welcome to attend our acts of worship. We hold various services throughout the week. For details, please check our website.
Group visits
We welcome group visits including schools, but these must be pre-booked. Please email the church office for arrangements.
Concerts and recitals
Find out more about our concerts and recitals
Photography
Photography for personal use is welcome inside the church but is not permitted during services. Please see here for other photography or filming.
Accessibility
For information on accessibility, please read our Accessibility Information
How to find us
St Alfege Church is easily accessible by public transport:
Rail and DLR: Greenwich mainline station, Greenwich DLR, Cutty Sark DLR
Buses: 129, 177, 188, 199, 286, 386
Parking
There is no public parking in the churchyard, but metered on-street parking is available nearby. Two public car parks are also close by:
Burney Street SE10 8EX
Cutty Sark Gardens SE10 9HT
Visitor guidelines
Bags must be kept with you at all times. We do not have cloakroom facilities.
Please respect the sacred space of the church and other visitors.
We look forward to welcoming you to St Alfege Church.