St Peter’s Church Bournemouth
St Peter’s Church is a Grade I listed Gothic Revival church in central Bournemouth, completed in 1879. It is famous for housing the Shelley family vault, where Frankenstein author Mary Shelley, her parents Mary Wollstonecraft and William Godwin, and the heart of poet Percy Bysshe Shelley are buried. Today, the historic site hosts regular services, community events, and visitors exploring its rich literary heritage.
- Hinton Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2EE
- 150 seats
- Wheelchair accessible with ramped access and accessible toilet facilities
- Paid public parking available nearby (e.g., Central Car Park, Hinton Road)
- https://www.stpetersbournemouth.org.uk/
This is an Explorer Venue!
At the Autumn Festival, discounted tickets are available with our
Friends of the Festival Pass.
