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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.
15 km · about 30 min drive
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Harold Wood
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Harold Wood
Harold Wood works well as a base: 5 minutes from Romford, 22km from Iron & Air.
Harold Wood is in England, United Kingdom, with about 12,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Romford, about 4 km away.
Harold Wood is a suburban neighbourhood in East London in the London Borough of Havering. It is situated 16.5 miles (26.6 km) east-northeast of Charing Cross. Harold Wood was part of the ancient parish of Hornchurch, which became the Liberty of Havering. Most of the current area of Harold Wood became part ofRead more
Hornchurch Urban District in 1926. It is near to the Greater London boundary with Essex.
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What is there to see near Harold Wood?
Within an hour or so of Harold Wood: High Beach Tea Hut (15 km), Johnsons Cafe (20 km), Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park (20 km), Deus Ex Machina London (22 km).
Are there any good drives near Harold Wood?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit and Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Where is Harold Wood?
Harold Wood is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Romford.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 12,443
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.5946, 0.2329
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 Harold Wood
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
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Johnsons Cafe
A well-known biker cafe on the A127 in Essex, serving as a gathering point for London and Essex riders for generations.
20 km · about 25 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.
20 km · about 25 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.
22 km · about 25 min drive
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Iron & Air
A motorcycle culture space celebrating the intersection of riding, art, and storytelling through events and community.
22 km · about 25 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.
23 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.
23 km · about 25 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.
23 km · about 25 min drive
Driving roads near Harold Wood
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 28 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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