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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Summer Picnic

Speak Out Woolwich / friends of Woolwich Common are holding their Summer Picnic on Sunday 5th September here at St George's Church. There will be live music and childrens activities, face painting, raffle, tarot card reading, with pizza and fresh fruit provided. The picnic starts at 2 pm

Free but please do register you and your family by visiting 

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/community-picnic-speak-out-woolwich-with-friends-of-woolwich-common-tickets-158132666061

Further info if needed - email speakoutwoolwich@gmail.com

Speak Out Woolwich is a community organisation of local people who care about the built environment. It represents the interests of people in Woolwich when the Council is dealing with planning applications.

For directions here and Conditions of Entry please see

https://www.stgeorgeswoolwich.org/visit/plan-your-visit

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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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