Mitcham, St Peter & St Paul
Address: Church Road, Mitcham.
Map Ref: TQ271687
8 Bells • Tenor 14½ cwt.
Sunday Service Ringing: 9.15 - 9.55 am
Practice: Monday 7.30 - 9.00 pm
Entry is via door at the base of the tower at the east end of the church, as shown in the picture.
Tower Captain: Jack Battershill
History
The original Mitcham Parish Church was built in the 13th century. The base of the bell tower is part of that original building; the remainder of the church was rebuilt in 1812.
The bells had a major renovation and were rehung in 1952.
Transport
By Road: The church is sited on the north side of Church Road, to the west of the A217 (Sutton - Tooting road) having turned off at Mitcham Cricket Green. Limited parking is available in the streets adjoining the church.
By Bus: Route 200 stops close to the church.
By Train: To Mitcham Junction, then by tram.
By Tram: From Wimbledom to Croydon. Alight at the Belgrave Walk stop and 4-minute walk.
Facilities
There is a toilet in the church near the main entrance.
The nearest pub is the Cricketers (Youngs) and there is a small restaurant 100 yards from the church. Other eating places, including Indian, Chinese and the usual fast-food facilities are all available in the Town Centre just 7 minutes walk away.