Using money raised by National Lottery players, The National Lottery Heritage Fund supports projects that connect people and communities with the UK’s heritage. Vanbrugh 300 is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to develop a nationwide project that aims to broaden the awareness of Vanbrugh through special displays, free education programmes and lectures, throughout his tercentenary year in 2026.
Church Service: Celebration of the Life of Sir John Vanbrugh
26th March 2026 3.30pm
A Service of Choral Evensong in celebration of the life of Sir John Vanbrugh will be held at St Stephen Walbrook on Thursday 26 March at 3.30pm.
The address will be delivered by Lord Chartres, 132nd Bishop of London and Vice-Patron of The Georgian Group.
The service, supported by The Georgian Group and Worshipful Company of Architects, will conclude with the unveiling of a new commemorative plaque in Vanbrugh’s honour at his burial place within the church.

