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Thornhill Crescent

Introduction

St Andrew's Church was built in 1852-54 on a site donated by George Thornhill and is surrounded by a public garden with flower beds, paths and trees around the perimeter. The need for the new church reflected the growth of the parish.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

The gardens are open from 8am - dusk.

Directions

London Overground: Caledonian Road & Barnsbury. Rail/Tube (Northern, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City; Circle, Victoria, Piccadilly):King's Cross. Bus: 17, 91, 259, 274, 153

Owners

LB Islington

History

Period

  • Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)
  • Victorian (1837-1901)
Features & Designations

Designations

  • Conservation Area

  • Reference: Barnsbury Square
Key Information

Type

Park

Purpose

Ornamental

Principal Building

Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces

Period

Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)

Survival

Extant

Hectares

0.19

Open to the public

Yes

References

Contributors

  • London Parks and Gardens Trust