St George in the East, Anglican church in Wapping, England
The church features thick stone walls, two square towers at the western end, and large windows that illuminate the interior space.
Nicholas Hawksmoor designed this Grade I listed building, which was constructed between 1714 and 1729 as part of the Fifty New Churches Act.
The church walls contain a modern interior space added in 1964, creating a distinct contrast between historical architecture and contemporary function.
St George in the East stands between The Highway and Cable Street, with its gardens offering a green space for community gatherings.
During World War II, the church interior burned in the Blitz of 1941, leaving only the external walls and towers standing until reconstruction.
Location: London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Inception: 1729
Architects: Nicholas Hawksmoor
Architectural style: English Baroque, Georgian architecture
Address: St George in the East, Tower Hamlets, London, E1
Website: http://stgeorgeintheeast.withtank.com
GPS coordinates: 51.50942,-0.06007
Latest update: May 12, 2025 04:49
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