St Paul's Church (Portland Chapel) facts for kids
St Paul's Church, also known for many years as the Portland Chapel, was an important building in London. It was built in the 1700s on land that used to be a reservoir called the Marylebone Basin. Today, a building called Brock House stands on this spot. It is used by the BBC and was originally known as the Philharmonic Hall.
St Paul's Church: A London Landmark
What Was St Paul's Church?
St Paul's Church was built around 1766 or between 1775 and 1776. It was made of brick and had a tall stone steeple. The church was officially opened for worship in 1831. A famous architect named Stiff Leadbetter designed the building for the Portland Estates, who owned a lot of land in London.
From Church to Music Hall
The original St Paul's Church was eventually replaced. In 1907 and 1908, the Philharmonic Hall was built on the same site. This new building was created to take the place of the St James's Hall in Regent Street, which had been torn down in 1905. The Philharmonic Hall became a well-known place for music and events in London.
