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Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park
A stylish lakeside cafe in Victoria Park that has become an unofficial weekend gathering spot for London's motorcycle community.
9 km · about 15 min drive
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Barking
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Barking
Barking works well as a base: 5 minutes from Goodmayes, 10km from Iron & Air.
Barking is in England, United Kingdom, with about 220,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Goodmayes, about 4 km away.
The Barking Learning Centre, in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, is a community-based learning facility. The centre is located in Barking Town Square and hosts a library, a cafe, an art gallery, a sauna and spa, and offers a range of courses and qualifications. It was constructed on the site of theRead more
much-lamented former Barking Library. Work was completed in November 2007.
The Barking Learning Centre website states that its primary focus: "is to provide education and training opportunities linked to the public service areas of health, education, social care and administration, to support increased participation to learning locally".
The Barking Learning Centre was officially opened on 10 June 2008 by John Denham, the then Secretary of State for Innovation, University and Skills.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Barking?
Within an hour or so of Barking: Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park (9 km), Iron & Air (10 km), The Bike Shed Motorcycle Club (11 km), Deus Ex Machina London (11 km).
Are there any good drives near Barking?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit, Goodwood Festival of Speed and Rhinefield Ornamental Drive.
Where is Barking?
Barking is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Goodmayes.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 218,534
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.5333, 0.0833
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.
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Worth the detour from Barking
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
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Iron & Air
A motorcycle culture space celebrating the intersection of riding, art, and storytelling through events and community.
10 km · about 20 min drive
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The Bike Shed Motorcycle Club
A multi-level motorcycle culture hub in Shoreditch featuring a restaurant, bar, barbershop, and custom bike gallery.
11 km · about 20 min drive
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Deus Ex Machina London
The London outpost of the global motorcycle lifestyle brand combining custom bikes, apparel, coffee, and culture.
11 km · about 20 min drive
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Tower of London
Historic 11th-century castle and fortress that has served as royal palace, prison, and home of the Crown Jewels.
11 km · about 20 min drive
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Tower Bridge
Victorian bascule and suspension bridge over the Thames, one of London's most recognizable structures.
11 km · about 20 min drive
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Bolt London
A motorcycle-focused coffee shop and workspace in London bringing together the riding and creative communities.
12 km · about 25 min drive
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The Motorist
An automotive lifestyle bar and social space in London designed for car enthusiasts who appreciate good drinks and great design.
12 km · about 20 min drive
Driving roads near Barking
4 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 16 kmCrystal Palace CircuitA parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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