Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Berkhamsted, HP4 3AT
Hertfordshire - Built
- 1201
- Listed status
- Grade II* listed
Sources: Historic England list entry 1342174, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q5117681, OpenStreetMap
Before visiting Parish Church of Saint Peter
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 Parish Church of Saint Peter
The Parish Church of Saint Peter is a Church of England church on Berkhamsted High Street in Hertfordshire. It remains the town’s principal active parish church and is protected at Grade II*.
Its earliest surviving fabric dates from around 1200, although the first recorded rector was appointed in 1222. The architecture reflects at least five periods, with substantial work from the 14th and 15th centuries. Extensive Victorian alterations included restoration under William Butterfield. Among the building’s most prominent features is its clock tower, which rises 85 feet. One of Hertfordshire’s largest churches, it also has historical links with Berkhamsted Castle and the Crown. Former worshippers included poet William Cowper and John Incent, later Dean of St Paul’s Cathedral. Brass memorials commemorate members of the Incent family.
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Frequently asked questions
What denomination is Parish Church of Saint Peter?⌄
Parish Church of Saint Peter in Berkhamsted belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the Parish Church of Saint Peter building?⌄
The building dates from 1201. It is on the statutory register as a Grade II* listed building.
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