All Hallows-by-the-Tower Church
Historic London church adjacent to Tower of London
Beside the Tower of London, a church with medieval foundations and layered restorations; visitors come for centuries-old architecture, memorials, and guided history tours of the City.
All Hallows-by-the-Tower at a Glance#
Address: Byward Street, City of London, EC3R 5BJ, United Kingdom
Website: https://www.allhallowsbythetower.org.uk
Hours: Typically open to visitors weekdays 9:00am-5:00pm; Sunday service times vary - check official site
Admission: Free entry (donations welcomed); special events may charge
About All Hallows-by-the-Tower#
All Hallows-by-the-Tower is an Anglican church on Byward Street in the City of London, directly beside the Tower of London. It claims origins in the 7th century and is commonly cited as the oldest church in the City of London.
The church contains a mixture of medieval and later fabric and is open for services and visitors, with funerary monuments and historic fittings of interest. Its position beside the Tower of London places it within one of central London’s busiest historic areas.
The site has an early foundation traditionally dated to the late 7th century; the building fabric visible today reflects medieval, post-medieval and modern repairs and restorations. The church suffered significant damage during bombing in the Second World War and was subsequently restored.
Situated on Byward Street beside the Tower of London and a short walk from the River Thames, the church lies within the City of London and is close to Tower Hill Underground station.
- Access point: Located immediately adjacent to the Tower of London and Tower Hill Underground station, making it easy to visit along a central London itinerary.
How to Get to All Hallows-by-the-Tower#
Nearest tube: Tower Hill (Circle and District lines). Tower Gateway DLR and Fenchurch Street rail station are also short walks. The church is immediately adjacent to the Tower of London complex on Byward Street.
Tips for Visiting All Hallows-by-the-Tower#
- Use Tower Hill station (Circle and District lines) or Tower Gateway DLR; the church sits directly behind the Tower of London complex.
- Arrive before Sunday services if planning a quieter visit - weekday tourist traffic can be heavy thanks to the church's proximity to the Tower.
- Don't miss the small medieval graffiti carved into the stonework and the 12th-century tower that hints at the church's long life.
Best Time to Visit All Hallows-by-the-Tower#
Spring and autumn are pleasant times to visit the City of London and All Hallows-by-the-Tower; services and weekday tourist flow determine quieter windows.
Weather & Climate near All Hallows-by-the-Tower#
All Hallows-by-the-Tower's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (658 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 65 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 8° | 2° | 42 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 54 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 7° | 48 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.7h |
| May | Good | 7° - 18° | 13° | 49 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.4h |
| June | Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 55 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.3h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 43 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.9h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 50 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.4h |
| September | Good | 10° - 19° | 15° | 59 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 11° | 65 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 66 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 9° | 3° | 62 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
