Bombed during World War II, St George’s Garrison Church survives as an evocative ruin with recently conserved mosaics, and a modern canopy roof, for all to enjoy.

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Ride of Respect Sunday 17th May

The anniversary of Lee Rigby’s death is commemorated each year by the Ride of Respect, organised by the largest of all the biker Chapters, and made up of ex Service personnel.

The South Circular Road opposite the Garrison Church is closed to other traffic to allow for the procession of hundreds of motor bikes many with flags and horns blaring. They pass alongside the Church at 11am and make an impressive sight. Some of them come into the Garrison Church to pay their respects at the memorial to Lee Rigby and others. 
All are welcome to watch a splendid occasion and also to visit the Garrison Church.

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St George's Garrison Church in Woolwich, with its modern canopy roof and stunning mosaics, is both an evocative ruin and a contemporary space. Designed by Thomas H Wyatt in an Italian-Romanesque style, the Church was built between 1862-63 to serve the Royal Artillery in Woolwich. Today it is run by a local group, the Woolwich Garrison Church Trust who are committed to making it available for all to visit and enjoy. Directly opposite the Barracks in Woolwich, South East London, come and enjoy its beauty and peaceful garden.

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