Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Luton
Bedfordshire - Built
- 1350
- Listed status
- Grade I listed
Sources: Historic England list entry 1114615, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q7594376
Before visiting St Mary's Church, Luton
Service times are not recorded in this listing. We cannot confirm when the next service takes place or whether the building opens outside worship hours.
We do not have confirmed information here about step-free access, accessible toilets, hearing support or supervised children’s groups. If these matter for your visit, ask the church about the specific service you plan to attend.
No direct contact details are recorded. Use the linked sources above or the wider local directory to continue your search.
About St Mary's Church, Luton
St Mary’s Church, Luton is an active Church of England parish church in central Luton, Bedfordshire, within the Diocese of St Albans. This Grade I listed building is the only church in Luton with that designation and is among Bedfordshire’s largest medieval churches. It follows the Open Evangelical tradition and has supported youth work and peace and reconciliation initiatives.
Worship on the site dates back more than a millennium, with an early church established around AD 930. The present building originated in 1121 and was consecrated in 1137, before being enlarged substantially during later medieval centuries. Its cruciform plan includes aisles, transepts and several chapels, while the exterior is distinguished by a chequered pattern of flint and stone. Features include the Wenlock and Hoo chapels, Rotheram family memorials, an octagonal carved stone font canopy and the Magnificat Window of 1979. The tower was repaired in 1906, and its clock returned to service in 1999.
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Frequently asked questions
What denomination is St Mary's Church, Luton?⌄
St Mary's Church, Luton in Luton belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the St Mary's Church, Luton building?⌄
The building dates from 1350. It is on the statutory register as a Grade I listed building.
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