This church was founded in AD 1123 by the monk Rahere. It claims to be the oldest church in London. St Bartholomew was one of the Twelve Apostles.
The St Bartholomew's Gatehouse
The west door entrance
St Bartholomew with his skin, Exquisite Pain
He was believed to be skinned alive for spreading his faith
He was believed to be skinned alive for spreading his faith
Rahere's Tomb
The Risen Christ
Christ being raised
from the dead
dieth no more
death hath no more
dominion over him
Signing the visitors' book
This church was featured in Four Weddings and a Funeral, Shakespeare in Love and Robin Hood Prince of Thieves amongst others.
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