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There has probably been a Church on this site ever since Christianity came to England. It used to be the Parish Church of the Village of Chelsea before this village became part of London. The church was recorded in the Domesday Book in the 11th century, as well as in a papal taxation document around 1290
Workhouses
From 1601 until 1824 the parish church was responsible for looking after the poor, Chelsea had its own workhouse opened in 1737. The parish collected a poor-rate tax from property owners, the local church vestries increasingly took charge of civilian matters, they administered justice and appointed a constable called the Beadle to enforce rulings. A […] Find Out More
Annigoni gift of self-portrait sold for 100 guineas
Annigoni donated a self portrait to Chelsea Old Church, so what is the connection between Annigoni, an Italian artist, and the Church? A long queue waited the opening of the Summer Fair at Chenil Galleries in aid of Chelsea Old Church building appeal. The Mayor and Mayoress of Chelsea opened the Fair, “the parishes of […] Find Out More
Join our bellringers
Pop in on the Chelsea Old Church bellringers for an Open Day onSunday, 28th September between 2.30pm – 4.30pm.Fun, friendly and a great workout for body, mind and spirit.You may want to join us to learn weekly from a master ringer how toring historic tower bells. No experience needed and open to anyone over 18. […] Find Out More
Join our choir!
The parish has a strong tradition of choral singing with both a professional choir and a children’s choir (see choral scholarships below). The professional choir leads the singing each week (except during August) at the 11.00am Mattins and Parish Communion (first Sunday of the month) services. Comprised of highly experienced singers from across London, it […] Find Out More