[1] The church is particularly noted for its Australia Chapel, which commemorates Admiral Arthur Phillip, the first Governor of New South Wales, who was buried there in 1814, while the churchyard contains several other significant tombs.

In 1754-5, Ralph Allen rebuilt most of the church in a Gothic style, after he acquired Bathampton Manor in 1731, adding a family chapel adjoining the south of the nave.

[15] There is a special service near 11 October, the date of Arthur Phillip’s birth, each year to commemorate his life, in which the Australian High Commissioner lays a wreath on his grave.

[16] Other notable local figures, such as William Harbutt, Kenneth Murchison and Walter Sickert, are also buried there, while many of the chest tombs designated as listed buildings.

The church is active in the local community with the Bridge, a Thursday morning group for young and old to mix, and mid-week home-groups to study the Bible.