Historic churches · London
Allen Hall Seminary
Allen Hall Seminary — church in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Imperial Wharf · 1.1 km
- Free entry
About
Allen Hall Seminary is a historic church in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "church in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, UK". Coordinates: 51.4837°, -0.1746°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Allen Hall Seminary, often abbreviated to Allen Hall, is the Roman Catholic seminary and theological college of the Province of Westminster at 28 Beaufort Street in Chelsea, London, in the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. It is situated on the site of the house that was once occupied by St Thomas More. Though nothing of the house remains, parts of the 16th-century garden wall exist today.
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Background
History
The seminary's inception dates back to the 16th century, originating in Douai, France. This historical context plays a significant role in its traditions and educational ethos. The Catholic theological college is named after Cardinal William Allen who founded a seminary in Douai, France, in 1568 to provide for the English mission in time of persecution when it was illegal to train men for the Catholic priesthood in England. In 1793, the professors and students moved from Douai to Ware, Hertfordshire, to escape the French revolution and founded St Edmund's College. The site of the seminary dates back to 1524, when it was purchased by Henry VIII's chancellor, Thomas More. Although his house…
Description
Allen Hall Seminary, located in the Chelsea district of London, serves as the principal seminary for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Westminster. With its roots tracing back to the 16th century, the seminary was originally established in Douai, France. Its primary function is to train men for the priesthood, offering an extensive curriculum in Catholic theology, spirituality, and pastoral ministry.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4837, -0.1746
- District
- Kensington and Chelsea
- Parish
- Kensington and Chelsea, unparished area
- Postcode
- SW3 5AA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Chelsea and Fulham
- Phone
- +44 20 3105 4820
- Established
- 1524
- Nearest railway station
- Imperial Wharf — 1.1 km
- Official site
- www.allenhall.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q4731673 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Allen Hall Seminary (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Allen Hall Roman Catholic seminary - geograph.org.uk - 835803.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Allen Hall Seminary?
- Allen Hall Seminary is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SW3 5AA), in the parish of Kensington and Chelsea, unparished area.
- When was Allen Hall Seminary built?
- Built or established in 1524.
- Is Allen Hall Seminary free to visit?
- Yes, Allen Hall Seminary is free to enter.
- How do I get to Allen Hall Seminary?
- The nearest railway station is Imperial Wharf, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SW3 5AA.