St Benet Paul's Wharf
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The original 12th century church of St Benet Paul's Wharf on Queen Victoria Street in the City of London was destroyed in the Great Fire of London in 1666. The current building was built (1677-1683) by architect Sir Christopher Wren and resembles a Dutch country church. It is located on a nearly square site, constructed chiefly from red brick, with a short tower and spire to the north-west of the nave.
The church was narrowly saved from destruction in the late 19th century, when its parish was merged with that of St Nicholas Cole Abbey. After an energetic campaign by its supporters, it was preserved and reconsecrated as the London Church of the Welsh Episcopalians. It is now the City's Welsh church, with services conducted in the language of the principality.
Leading architect and stage designer Inigo Jones was buried there in 1652.