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Things to do in Barking and Dagenham, England: The Best Churches & Cathedrals
Discover the best top things to do in Barking and Dagenham, United Kingdom including St Patrick's Barking, St Mary & St Ethelburga Barking, St Erkenwald's Barking, St. Margaret of Antioch, Barking, St Mary's Church.
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1. St Patrick's Barking
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
2. St Mary & St Ethelburga Barking
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. St Erkenwald's Barking
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
4. St. Margaret of Antioch, Barking
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
St Margaret of Antioch is a lively parish church in the heart of Barking. The area has a rich history. The great Barking Abbey dating from 666AD, established Barking as an early centre of the Christian faith. After William the Conqueror's coronation, a large scale riot forced the king and his closest followers to flee to Barking, making it the first Norman capital of England - albeit for a few months. The fishing industry grew with the town, making Barking home to one of the most important fishing fleets in the country. St Margaret's itself dates from 1215 and is noted for the marriage of Captain James Cook on 21st December 1762 and the burial place of Sir Crisp Gascoyne, Mayor of the City of London. Short guided tours can be arranged through the parish office. Why not top off your visit with a warm drink and a slice of cake in the Refectory? We are a short walk from Barking Station, which can be reached via the London Underground's District and Hammersmith & City Lines, the London Overground and the C2C.
Reviewed By johndumbletonukip - Barking, United Kingdom
St Margaret’s Church was once part of the Barking Abbey complex. The ruins lie to the north of the church and are often used for the background for wedding photographs. Started in the year 666 and grew to be a town in its own right 12 Abbesses became Queens of England and William the conquer ruled England from there whilst the Tower was being built. The Church roof on the inside looks like an upside boat to reflect when Barking had the largest fishing fleet in the country, There is Fire Tower at the entrance to the churchyard this contains a Rood which was visited by pilgrims during the Middle Ages Captain James Cook married a local girl there. There is a cafe in the Hall at the side where food can be obtained at reasonable prices I have visited numerous times over the years and always found something new to see.
5. St Mary's Church
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
St Mary's Church was built in 1935, designed by the famous architect Cachemaille-Day. It is a listed building with many original features. As well as being an interesting building, it is a worship centre where the church community seek to Make Jesus Known in our area.
