Church of St John the Evangelist, Anglican church in Stratford, London Borough of Newham, England
The Church of St John the Evangelist is an Anglican place of worship in Stratford, Newham, featuring Gothic Revival design with a prominent tower and stone walls. The building is defined by its pointed arch windows and substantial stone construction throughout.
The building was constructed during the expansion of East London in the Victorian era as the area grew. It is a Grade II listed structure that reflects the architectural development of that growth period.
The church remains an active place of worship and community gathering where local residents come together for services and events. It plays an important role in the social life of the neighborhood, bringing people from different backgrounds together.
The church is easy to reach by Underground, DLR, or bus services that connect at Stratford station. Visitors can explore the building and surrounding area on foot without difficulty.
The churchyard still contains historic gravestones along its southern edge, preserving a connection to the site's burial history. The lawn was created from the former graveyard in the middle of the 20th century.
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