A gateway, itÌýis the only complete remaining building ofÌýBarking Abbey. ÌýBuilt in the 14th century and reconstructed in 1460, it now forms the main entrance to the churchyard of St Margaret's Church. It has been extensively refaced and restored, and contains a large mid-twelfth century rood.Ìý
ÌýThe 12th century stone head now in the chapel over the gateway was the object of pilgrimage in medieval times.
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