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Thursday, July 18, 2024

St George's Garrison Church, Woolwich

St George's Garrison Church Entrance
St George's Garrison Church.

I had read quite a bit about St George's Garrison Church and its history, but I had never been to visit it, until now.

As it is only open to the public on Sundays, unless for an exhibition or special event, it has always been difficult to find the time to get there. Fortunately, I was in the area as I had just visited Severndroog Castle, just down the road, which has a viewing platform that is only accessible on, you guessed it, a Sunday.

St George's Garrison Church Gate
One of the church gates.

It was beautiful noon day as Keilyn and I wandered through the gates into the garden of this ruined church, the sun illuminating the gold mosaic above the altar, ahead of us. The canopy, above the remains, filtered the light making the whole place glow.

St George's Garrison Church Canopy
The canopy protecting the ruins.

The mosaics are stunning, with the St George mosaic being my favourite along with the Victoria Cross Memorial.

St George's Garrison Church Altar
The mosaics glinting in the diffused light.

The walls, pillars and columns are all still in place creating a wonderful place to reflect.