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The Wren Project

The Wren Project is a £24 million, once-in-a-generation project, to restore and renew St James’s Church Piccadilly, ensuring this historic building continues to serve London as a place of worship, music, culture and community for future generations.

Why this matters

St James’s Piccadilly has stood at the heart of London since 1684. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, it remains a place where faith, music, activism and community come together.

Today the building requires major restoration to protect its future.

The Wren Project will:

• Restore the historic church fabric
• Renew the organ and musical life
• Improve accessibility
• Revitalise the church garden
• Expand our programming and social outreach
• Ensure the building serves future generations

Vision & Story

  • Discover how the project is bringing history back to life—preserving the rich architectural heritage and stories embedded in every stone.
  • Learn how improved accessibility and a more welcoming environment will invite everyone to engage with this remarkable place.
  • Dive deeper into the vision of the Wren Project through our blog stories, where each step of the journey is shared, celebrated, and brought to life.

The Restoration Plan

Find out more about:

  • Conservation of the historic structure

  • Improvements to access and welcome

  • Renewal of key features including the organ

  • Conservation of memorials

Progress & Updates

Follow the progress of the Wren Project as we restore and renew St James’s Church Piccadilly for future generations.

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Support the Project

Your support will help secure the future of St James’s Piccadilly for generations to come.

Resources

Explore detailed information about the Wren Project.