Key facts
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Address
- London
Greater London - Built
- 1859
- Listed status
- Grade II listed
- Architect
- E. W. Pugin
Sources: Historic England list entry 1376588, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q26657132
Before visiting Our Lady of Sorrows, Peckham
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 Our Lady of Sorrows, Peckham
Our Lady of Sorrows, Peckham is a Roman Catholic parish church in Peckham, south London. Founded by Capuchin friars, it remains an active place of worship and has served as the British home of the Norbertine canons since 2022. The church and adjoining friary form a Grade II listed complex.
Bishop Thomas Grant invited the Capuchins to Peckham in 1854, and land was acquired two years later. A school and temporary chapels preceded the permanent church designed by E. W. Pugin. Its foundation stone dates from 1859, although financial constraints delayed the opening until 1866. Built in the Gothic style, the church uses London stock brick beneath a sloping slate roof. Notable details include rose windows, Pugin’s original high altar, an organ gallery and two chapels beside the sanctuary. The west-end chapel contains a replica of Michelangelo’s Pietà and memorial panels recording deceased members of the community.
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Frequently asked questions
What denomination is Our Lady of Sorrows, Peckham?⌄
Our Lady of Sorrows, Peckham in London belongs to the Roman Catholic tradition.
How old is the Our Lady of Sorrows, Peckham building?⌄
The building dates from 1859. It is on the statutory register as a Grade II listed building. The architect was E. W. Pugin.
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Services: Saturday 9:00 AM; Saturday 10:00 AM
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Services: Sunday 11:00 AM
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