Introduction
Still set in rural surroundings, the medieval church of St Mary Magdalene serves North Ockendon, one of the parishes of the Chafford Hundred. The churchyard is entered through a gate, with a path flanked by a fine avenue of lime trees leading to another gate looking out onto open fields. Adjacent to the churchyard is Hall Farm on the site of the 16th-century moated North Ockendon Hall, destroyed during World War 2.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
Opening is unrestricted.
Directions
Rail: Upminster/Ockendon. Tube: Upminster (District) then bus. Bus: 370
Owners
Diocese of Chelmsford
- History
Period
- Medieval (1066 to 1540)
- 12th Century
- Features & Designations
Designations
Conservation Area
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: Garden walls of former North Ockendon Hall; Rectory
- Grade: II
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: St Mary Magdalene Church
- Grade: I
Green Belt
- Key Information
Type
Funerary Site
Purpose
Sacred / Ritual / Funerary
Principal Building
Religious Ritual And Funerary
Period
Medieval (1066 to 1540)
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
- References
Contributors
London Parks and Gardens Trust