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Affectionately known as "The Actors' Church", St Paul's in Covent Garden is in the heart of theatreland and has long been associated with the theatre community. This beautiful church, built by Inigo Jones, has been here since 1633 and has regular worship, concerts, literary and theatrical events. Many famous names have been connected with St Paul's - John Wesley preached here, J.M.W Turner and W.S Gilbert were baptised here, and those buried here include Sir Peter Lely, Samuel Butler, William Wycherly, Grinling Gibbons, Thomas Arne, and Thomas Rowlandson. One of many plaques in the church commemorating legends of the stage and screen is one in loving memory of Vivien Leigh. The church's history and philosophy is endearingly written by the church doors and includes the principles: we are unafraid to reason, laugh and explore and we welcome people of faith, all who seek faith and friendship, and all who doubt. Benches in the attractive churchyard make this a popular and peaceful spot for Soho's workers to enjoy a sandwich during a summer lunch break. It's a welcome refuge of peace and quiet away from the busy streets around Covent Garden.
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Covent Garden May Fayre and Puppet FestivalCovent Garden May Fayre and Puppet FestivalThis annual Covent Garden May Fayre and Puppet Festival celebrates the red nosed stick-wielding puppet, bringing together dozens of puppeteers in a colourful, highly entertaining afternoon. The annual celebrations in Covent Garden draw puppeteers from all over the country as well as folk music, dancers, clowns, jugglers and stalls. The location is 10th May 2015Sunday 10th May 2015
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This annual Covent Garden May Fayre and Puppet Festival celebrates the red nosed stick-wielding puppet, bringing together dozens of puppeteers in a colourful, highly entertaining afternoon. The annual celebrations in Covent Garden draw puppeteers from all over the country as well as folk music, dancers, clowns, jugglers and stalls. The location is ... More about this event
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London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 4 minutes from St Paul's Covent Garden
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London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 6 minutes from St Paul's Covent Garden
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London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
The Mall, SW1A | 7 minutes from St Paul's Covent Garden
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London > Attractions > Museums
Covent Garden Piazza, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 3 minutes from St Paul's Covent Garden
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London > Attractions > Museums
45 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 3 minutes from St Paul's Covent Garden
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London > Attractions > Art Galleries
32 John Adam Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 3 minutes from St Paul's Covent Garden
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London > Events > Concerts Dates: 30th March to 12th April 2015
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St Martin's Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from St Paul's Covent Garden
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6-7 Great Newport Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H | 3 minutes from St Paul's Covent Garden
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Charing Cross Road, Soho, London WC2H | 3 minutes from St Paul's Covent Garden
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London > Shopping > Health and Beauty
12 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from St Paul's Covent Garden
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London > Shopping > Menswear
13 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from St Paul's Covent Garden
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25 New Row, Covent Garden, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from St Paul's Covent Garden
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London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
29 Bedford Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | Same location as St Paul's Covent Garden
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London > Restaurants > French restaurants
29 Bedford Street, WC2E | Same location as St Paul's Covent Garden
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London > Restaurants > American restaurants
34 King Street, Covent Garden, , Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from St Paul's Covent Garden
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London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1A | 8 minutes from St Paul's Covent Garden
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Conway Hall, 25 Red Lion Square, Holborn, London WC1R | 13 minutes from St Paul's Covent Garden
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London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from St Paul's Covent Garden
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