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Northeastern part of London, United Kingdom
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East London is the outer eastern part of London, north of the River Thames.
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Large expanse of green space stretching 12 miles (19 km) from Forest Gate into Essex. Despite the name it is not completely wooded: in medieval times "forest" meant a royal hunting ground.
Excellently preserved and unusual example of a Tudor-era timber-framed "hunting stand". Built for King Henry VIII, contrary to the popular name of the building. The building houses exhibitions on Tudor culture and the top floor still provides a fine view of Epping Forest.
Remaining grounds of the 18th century mansion Wanstead House, with woods and ornamental lakes. The Temple (opening hours vary, check website) is the visitor centre covering the history of the park.
Site of the London 2012 Olympics and the ArcelorMittal Orbit with the world's longest slide.
Tidal mill in the River Lea, built 1776.
New museum opening 18 April 2026. One of two branches of the Victoria & Albert museum near Stratford.
Three floors with a view of the vast store of objects owned by the V&A. There are mini curated displays scattered throughout but otherwise this is a fairly uncurated experience. A major attraction of the site is the David Bowie Centre where objects related to the late musician are stored with a selection on display. If you can see the cardboard tag of any object, it can be looked up on the store house database accessible from a smart-phone after scanning a QR code. All bags coats etc must be left in free lockers on the ground floor. Food & drink are available from e5storehouse on the ground floor.
Nature reserve set around reservoirs, one of the largest urban wetlands in Europe and a nice place for birdwatching. Opened to the public in October 2017. There is a cycle and running route through the wetlands. Dogs aren't allowed, except for assistance dogs.
Presents the history of Waltham Forest. The building was constructed to be a workhouse and has since been used as a police station and a private home. Its collection includes the Bremer car, built by the engineer Frederick Bremer in 1892 and has a claim to being the first petrol-driven car made in Britain.
The ancient nucleus of present-day Walthamstow centred around the 12th-century St. Mary's Church.
Dedicated to William Morris, the Victorian arts & crafts designer and writer. Located in his old Georgian family home, Water House, which is now a Grade II* listed building.
A museum of sorts in a converted warehouse displaying hundreds of illuminated signs (neon and bulb signs) including signs of businesses, decorative signs, movie props and artworks.
Interesting structure from an architectural point of view. Unfortunately it is also the locale of choice for the native rude-boys to hang out, alas this is not due to the educational value of the institution.
A pleasant green area, Essex County Cricket team used to play on the pitch in the western side of the park.
Elizabethan gentry house with gardens.
Historic manor house, the only one surviving in Dagenham, and now a local museum and gallery.
Langtons
Attractive house, with a beautiful landscaped garden. The house is now used as the registry office of the London Borough of Havering.
Watch a live performance: comedy, music and more.
"The Hammers" were relegated in 2026 and now play soccer in the Championship, the second tier. Their home ground is London Stadium, capacity 60,000, in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Their women's team play in the Women's Super League, their top tier, with home games at Victoria Road (aka Chigwell Construction Stadium) in Dagenham.
Digital recreation of famous Swedish super-group in a purpose built arena with live musicians.
Exhibition and conference centre. The venue hosts such public events as the London Boat Show, the British Motor Show, MCM London Comic Con, the London Triathlon, Eurogamer Expo (EGX) and many others. It was a venue for the 2012 Olympics and Paralympics for sports such as boxing, table tennis, and fencing.
Open water swimming in the docks operated by Love Open Water. Swimmers must have a valid NOWCA membership.
They were promoted in 2023 and now play football in League One, the third tier. Their home ground is Brisbane Road (capacity 9200) and is shared with Tottenham Hotspur women's team.
The home rink of London Raiders, who play Sept-March in the National Ice Hockey League, England's second tier.
Traditional British café. Different menu options are placed on the wall to make ordering easier "I want a 4, I'd like a 9" but the friendly owner will of course accept any variation you want. This café beats the chain hotel breakfasts for price and quality. Stay away if you want haute cuisine.
Tasty Ukrainian food in a rustic restaurant. Try the golubtsi (cabbage rolls) and the cutlets.
Does a nice kebab and also tasty Indian food.
Halal Singaporean Chinese and Thai, black pepper crabs, chilli lobster, private rooms, prayer rooms.
Enjoy a Latin American feast on board an old Tube carriage! Chef Beatriz (Bea) Maldonado, originally from Bogotá, takes you on a six-course culinary tour of her continent of birth, while you soak up the convivial and surprisingly romantic atmosphere of a Victoria Line 1967 stock. Although following a set menu, Bea can arrange substitute courses to suit dietary needs.
Café serving coffee, brunch and their famous Scottish haggis toasties.
A quaint country-style pub in a lovely river side setting.
Updated Victorian gin palace. Popular with commuters.
Great trad pub with live music at weekends.
104-room hotel with the usual identikit, Ibis set-up.
Budget hotel in the Forest Gate area of Newham
Opened in 2011, it is a family-run boutique hotel with free wi-fi and secure parking. Some rooms have been adapted to allow for easier access. Breakfast & homemade snacks available.
Usual Travelodge set-up. New hotel, spotless rooms with private facilities. 24-hour bar. Friendly staff prepared to go the extra mile. Price - depends, can be as low as £30 for a double room if you pay well in advance and pay up front ("Saver Rate").
Sunborn Yacht Hotel
Luxurious 4-star yacht hotel. London's only and one of a kind yacht hotel situated at the Royal Victoria Dock in London. This floating hotel boast of their surrounding views of Canary Wharf, ExCeL and O2 Arena and the hospitality. It also has a sea themed tea room named Under The Sea Afternoon Tea.
Pop up modular hotel next to ABBA arena. Adults Only. Offer double beds or single bunk bed.
Vast shopping mall between the station and the Olympic Park. Also has many restaurants, a cinema, a baseball batting cage and a bowling alley.
The longest outdoor street market in Europe, stretching for roughly a kilometre. All manner of items may be purchased here.
Selborne Walk
Walthamstow's shopping mall, with the usual selection of shopping mall type shops. Part of it remains closed since a major fire in July 2019.
It was one of the largest American-style malls when it was constructed in the early 1990s. Although now it has an extensive array of shops now it can only really be considered a bog standard shopping centre. The town centre has most high street chain shops.
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