105 Barking Road, Grade II listed Victorian public hall in Canning Town, United Kingdom
105 Barking Road is a Victorian public hall featuring Italianate design with stained glass windows and a mosaic terrazzo floor throughout. The charity organization Community Links now operates the space for community events and training workshops.
The building was constructed between 1892 and 1894 by architect Lewis Angell and served as a gathering place for suffragette and labor movements in East London. During the North Sea Flood of 1953, it became emergency shelter for residents affected by the disaster.
The hall provided a platform for influential speakers including Sylvia Pankhurst and James Keir Hardie who addressed workers rights and social reform issues.
The Grade II listed building underwent major renovation in 1993 and remains accessible to visitors through the organization currently based there. It is best to contact Community Links ahead of your visit to confirm access and learn about any public tours or open days available.
During the North Sea Flood of 1953, the building transformed into emergency accommodation for local residents affected by the natural disaster.
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