Pre-Raphaelite Mosaics in St John’s Church

The small, Victorian-built church of St John’s, on the Salisbury side of the town, is home to a striking and unique collection of pre-Raphaelite mosaics, which adorn the walls of the chancel and the nave.
The firm James Powell of Whitefriars Glass Foundry in London, created the mosaics in St John’s church between 1890 and 1920.. Whitefriars was also responsible for mosaics in the choir and choir aisles in St Paul’s Cathedral, as well as examples in other churches of the period in England. Few, however, have such a large and beautiful display as St John’s.
Come and find out how and why they were made and the stories behind them.

Timings

Sunday 13 September:

1500

Location & directions

St. Johns Church, Boreham Road, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9JY

Directions:

Drive through the town in the direction of Salisbury. The church is situated on the left, set back from the road and just past a school.

Contact on day:

Sheelagh Wurr

Telephone number:

+447732129750

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Please email [email protected] your name, contact number and how many spaces you'd like to book.

Booking contact name:

Warminster Town Council

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking closes:

11 Sep 2026 12:00 PM

Accessibility details

A ramp is available for wheelchairs. Please state when booking if you will require this facility. There are no toilets in the church but toilets are available in the nearby church hall.

Additional information

• A printed guide to the mosaics for children is available if required. • A ramp is available for wheelchairs, please state when booking if required. • There are no toilets in the church but toilets are available in the nearby church hall.

Estimated duration:

1 hour(s)

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