St Margaret's Parish Church, Barking

Grade I Listed building set back on former Abbey grounds also retaining some associated historical fabric. Perhaps of more interest to those enthralled by ecclesiastical history.The surroundings here are enervated and pointedly dreary but worth a look in, if footloose and adrift hereabout.An active community here.

Very old church with lots of history and even better when have access all areas

Anglican church dedicated to St Margaret of Antioch. Built in 1215 located originally within the grounds of Barking Abbey. It has undergone extensive additions and repairs over the centuries. Medieval font with ornate lid. Many connections to the sea, particularly the fishing industry that was dominant for hundreds of years in Barking. Captain James Cook was married here. The refectory area is a late 20th century addition that blends in well. The refectory is open for meals, snacks and (soft) drinks Tuesday to Thursday, closes at 2pm. Don't forget to look around the burial ground and Abbey ruins.

Lovely place to visit. Tour of chapel excellent.

I visited this historical location.This place was vast, with numerous graves.The building was standing with all the modern changes surrounding it.Plate stated facts about the records, but it was not clear to read the information.Care of the gardens was needed in some places in this location.

Beautiful church with so much history. The staff were so helpful and enthusiastic. There's a display about Captain Cook who was married here, also a screen detailing the history of the church and Abbey over the centuries. Ask to see the stunning lithograph of Barking Abbey in another room.

Full of incredible history. Once the seat of power during William the Conquerors time. Well worth a visit... the lady guide is excellent.

Centuries-old parish church of St. Margaret of Antioch Virgin and Martyr - a Grade I Listed Building dating back to 1215 - is standing tall within the ground of the historic Barking Abbey under the canopies of trees and flanked by the Abbey Ruins, Graveyards and Open Space! It is one of the greatest historic heritage attractions of this East End Area along with the Barking Abbey Ruins! Barking Abbey Ruins is the ruins of the former royal monastery established in 666 AD and only surviving building after it was demolished in 1541 AD is the Curfew Tower (Grade II Listed Building) and adjacent St Margaret's Church!From the onset, it does not seem that the Church and Ruins are holding the stories & secrets of eras for over many many centuries in the plain sight! This makes Barking Abbey and surroundings an exciting opportunity discovering stunning heritage, historical facts, importance, hidden facts - new & old, and much more!Some historical facts - William the Conqueror stayed at the Barking Abbey while the White Tower of the Tower of London was being built. Famous explorer Captain James Cook got married here at the Barking Abbey! And to a huge surprise, the walls at the Ruins are there to showcase the original foundations as the original foundations are buried deep under the surface!Who knew that there is a sculpture called Blocks of London Bridge" by Dutch artist and sculptor Joost Van Santen located in plain sight insignificantly! These two blocks of the foundation of the demolished old London Bridge - the one sold & reconstructed at Lake Havasu City

It was great. I felt very holy after leaving the church. It was a wonderful experience looking at some of the last stained glass windows in Barking. The cakes and the café are lovely.

Food was very nice and reasonably priced, all the cakes are homemade so I would recommend this place, but be prepared the service is a little bit slow