Which neoclassical church in London is known as St. Martin-in-the-Fields?

St Martin-in-the-Fields is the neoclassical Church of England parish church beside Trafalgar Square in London.

The present church was designed by James Gibbs and built between 1722 and 1726, replacing an older medieval and Jacobean structure that had fallen into disrepair. Its prominent west front combines a Corinthian portico, triangular pediment and tall spire, creating one of London’s most recognizable church façades.

The site was once literally outside London’s built-up area, among fields beyond the old city walls. As Westminster expanded, the parish became increasingly important. The church’s location later became even more prominent when Trafalgar Square was developed in the nineteenth century.

St Martin’s is sometimes confused with St Paul’s Cathedral or Westminster Abbey, but those are separate major churches with different histories. The church is also known for its long-standing work with homeless and vulnerable people, including the charitable programs associated with its crypt and neighboring services.