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St Andrew's Churchyard and The Dell (also known as The Church on the Hill, The Horned Church, Hornchurch Parish Church)

Introduction

The churchyard contains 18th-century headstones and its lych gate and war memorial were erected after World War 1. It has been managed as a nature reserve since 1986. Beside the churchyard is The Dell, since 1965 an electricity substation but which was previously a site popular for fairs and other recreational events including prize fights.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

Opening of the churchyard is unrestricted. Church open Mon-Fri 10am-12.30pm/1.30pm-4pm and May Bank Holiday (tower open).

Directions

Tube: Upminster Bridge (District). Bus: 248, 370

Owners

Church

Features & Designations

Designations

  • Conservation Area

  • The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building

  • Reference: C18th Mill Cottage to south-west of church
  • Grade: II
  • The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building

  • Reference: St Andrew's Church
  • Grade: I
Key Information

Type

Funerary Site

Purpose

Conservation

Principal Building

Religious Ritual And Funerary

Survival

Extant

Open to the public

Yes

References

Contributors

  • London Parks and Gardens Trust