St Matthew's, Bethnal Green, is an Anglican church built in the 18th-century and designed by George Dance the Elder. Like other designs by Dance, the church is very similar to St. Botolph in Aldgate at least in the exterior. The interior is very different, gone are the wide pews. There's no much in the way of elaborate art inside, but here are the usual depictions of the saints and scenes from the passion. The later done in stone relief, but in a very contemporary style. The grounds and gardens of the church are pretty extensive with plenty of seats to sit down and just enjoy the grass and trees and in the summer, the flowers too. Nice to visit if in the area.

They have a food bank for cat's and dog's which is on one night of the week which is Thursday night from 6.30 till 8.00 pm donations are gratefully received and all donated items go those in need of this service,if you have any change it's greatly appreciated and all donations are really appreciated so knock out as much or as little as it all helps all staff on the night are volunteers and are there to help any and everyone.see you soon from Antony and Leon the dog X

Beautiful church Renovated after the war and .any original features restored. Fantastic artwork. Very peaceful. Historically interesting- has a link to the Krays

Really good

First time in Paisley. Met friends in BIG Hall, Welcome with warm cup of Coffee. A Comunity, that gives Courage & Support. Well Done & Tks. Chxxx.❤️

Lovely churchyard and so tranquil. I used to help out here in my teens when I played the organ for the occasional wedding or funeral. Very sad how the congregation split in two over women priests. Theology aside it was all so political and Maciavellian. From what I hear on the grapevine St Matthews is doing very well under the pastoral care of the present incumbent. Very glad to hear it too.

Same as before good experience

Beautiful church

Amazing

Lovely old church. Shame how squalid the wider area has become. Wasn't always like it!

Lovely place and lovely area ...

Was nice experience very nice

Very spooky

This place played a part in the Bentworth Court explosion and fire, acting as a crisis centre giving support to victims of this disaster.

Nice and relaxing place with church allso quite place for person what needs that the are capuls benches to sit down and relax

Nice church slightly off the beaten track.

Just like the park around church !

St Matthew's is an inclusive church, part of the Inclusive Church network and offers a warm welcome to all. It is in the Anglo Catholic tradition which offers a chance for sacramental worship with contemplation. It also knows how to have a good time and doesn't take itself too seriously .... but it takes its mission and welcome to others very seriously indeed.

It's a church innit!

Nice quite park around the church with lots of benches to sit. If your looking for somewhere to eat your brick lane bagel this is a great spot.

Nice grounds for a chat with a cup of coffee

Peaceful place.i love it.

Very friendly there, beautiful church

Beautiful church

Lovely church, awesome history

Everything one expects from a local venue..inclusive, diverse, accommodating & spacious!!☺☺

Lovely place and lovely people

Friendly welcoming and full of history

Interesting and history of Krays

Very friendly people lovely atmosphere will go again

Lovely tucked away from the business of Bethnal Green Road and Brick Lane