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CHURCH OF ST GEORGE IN THE EAST Wikidata has entry Q7593238 with data related to this building.
St George-in-the-East is an Anglican Church dedicated to Saint George and one of six Hawksmoor churches in London, England. It was built from 1714 to 1729, with funding from the 1711 Act of Parliament. The name of the church was also the parish for the surrounding area, until subsumed into Metropolitan Borough of Stepney and abolished in 1927. The church was hit by a bomb during the Second World War Blitz on London's docklands in May 1941. The original interior was destroyed by the fire, but the walls and distinctive "pepper-pot" towers stayed up. In 1964 a modern church interior was constructed inside the existing walls, and a new flat built under each corner tower. Hawksmoor, who worked with Wren and Vanburgh, has been 'rediscovered' in recent years. His style is innovative and eclectic. Some have portrayed his churches as centres of gloom and mystery, full of occult and morbid energies and pagan symbols, linked to ancient lay lines and to murders in Whitechapel and on the notorious Ratcliffe Highway (which now links the City and Canary Wharf).
St-George-in-the-East (1714-29), by Nicholas Hawksmoor

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Top hotels in Shadwell

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is Rp1.898.938 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
Rp1.898.938
per night
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,118 reviews)
Can't recommend this hotel enough - great location, amazing view. Make sure to pay additional for a Tower Bridge view - truly worth it!

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is Rp2.529.386 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
Rp2.529.386
per night
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,849 reviews)
Terrific hotel. Helpful staff.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is Rp1.476.614 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
Rp1.476.614
per night
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,458 reviews)
Excellent location service and room

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3 out of 5
38-51 Bedford Way London England
The price is Rp1.691.954 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
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per night
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,985 reviews)
Great hotel!! Staff were fabulous, room was clean and tidy. Breakfast was superb. Short walk to tube/local shops. Would definitely stay here again

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Royal National Hotel
1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 3 - Parking - Wifi

1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 3 - Parking - Wifi

3 out of 5
London England
Stay at this apartment in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Wembley Stadium and Marble Arch are located nearby.
1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 3 - Parking - Wifi
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road London England
The price is Rp2.848.407 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
Rp2.848.407
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25 Jan - 26 Jan
Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,416 reviews)
From Check in to check out my son and I were treated impeccably. Farnoosh was friendly, knowledgeable and took care of us. This was some of the very best hospitality shown to me and my son. The views of Big Ben & Houses of Parliament were a sight to behold. Farnoosh….. Thank you for making our stay ...

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
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Other neighbourhoods around Shadwell

Canary Wharf showing a bridge, a city and a river or creek

Canary Wharf

4/5(517 area reviews)

Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Museum of London Docklands and Thames River. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.

Canary Wharf
London showing street scenes and markets as well as a family

Shoreditch

4/5(72 area reviews)

Shoreditch High St and Brick Lane are top sights in Shoreditch, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Shoreditch High Street Overground Station or Old Street Underground Station to see more sights in the area.

Shoreditch
The City of London which includes a skyscraper, a city and modern architecture

The City of London

4.5/5(668 area reviews)

The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.

The City of London
London showing a bridge, a city and heritage architecture

Waterloo

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.

Waterloo
London showing heritage elements, markets and signage

Covent Garden

The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

Covent Garden
Carnaby Street featuring a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

London City Centre

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Piccadilly Circus and London Eye are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

London City Centre


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