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High Beach Tea Hut
A simple roadside tea hut in Epping Forest that has been a legendary biker gathering spot for decades.
7 km · about 15 min drive
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Cheshunt
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Cheshunt
Cheshunt works well as a base: 10 minutes from Broxbourne, 19km from Iron & Air.
Cheshunt is in England, United Kingdom, with about 44,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Broxbourne, about 5 km away.
Cheshunt ( CHEZ-ənt) is a town in the Borough of Broxbourne, in Hertfordshire, England. It lies within the London commuter belt approximately 13 miles (21 km) north of Central London, on the River Lea and Lee Navigation, bordering the Lee Valley Park. At the 2021 census, the Cheshunt built-up area had a population ofRead more
43,680.
Cheshunt was recorded as Cestrehunt in the Domesday Book of 1086. The original centre of Cheshunt was around St Mary's Church, near the course of the Roman road of Ermine Street. The main centre subsequently shifted eastwards onto the High Street and Turners Hill, which together form a main road running roughly parallel to the River Lea. Cheshunt was an ancient parish; as well as Cheshunt itself the parish also covered Waltham Cross, Turnford, Goffs Oak, and surrounding rural areas. The parish included a number of large country houses and their estates, notably including Cheshunt Great House, Cheshunt Park, and Theobalds. The civil parish of Cheshunt was abolished in 1974 on the creation of the borough of Broxbourne.
In the 20th century, the town was known for glasshouse horticulture and rose cultivation. Cheshunt today is a commuter town with regular services via Cheshunt railway station on the West Anglia Main Line and London Overground, and is accessible by road via the A10 and M25 motorway.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Cheshunt?
Within an hour or so of Cheshunt: High Beach Tea Hut (7 km), Deus Ex Machina London (19 km), Iron & Air (19 km), Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park (19 km).
Are there any good drives near Cheshunt?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit, Goodwood Festival of Speed and Rhinefield Ornamental Drive.
Where is Cheshunt?
Cheshunt is in England, United Kingdom, about 5 km from Broxbourne.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 43,680
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.7002, -0.0303
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 Cheshunt
8 notable places within an hour's 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.
19 km · about 20 min drive
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Iron & Air
A motorcycle culture space celebrating the intersection of riding, art, and storytelling through events and community.
19 km · about 20 min drive
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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.
19 km · about 20 min drive
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The Filling Station
A car-themed cafe and bar in a converted petrol station, celebrating automotive culture through its decor, events, and community spirit.
19 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.
20 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.
20 km · about 25 min drive
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ZSL London Zoo
The world's oldest scientific zoo, opened in 1828, located in Regent's Park in central London.
20 km · about 25 min drive
Driving roads near Cheshunt
3 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 31 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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