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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.
12 km · about 25 min drive
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Hoddesdon
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Hoddesdon
Hoddesdon works well as a base: 5 minutes from Roydon, 26km from Iron & Air.
Hoddesdon is in England, United Kingdom, with about 35,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Roydon, about 4 km away.
Hoddesdon ( ) is a town in the Borough of Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, lying entirely within the London Metropolitan Area and Greater London Urban Area. The area is on the River Lea and the Lee Navigation along with the New River.
Hoddesdon is the second most populated town in Broxbourne with a population of 42,253Read more
according to the United Kingdom's 2011 census.
It borders Ware to the north, Nazeing in Essex to the east, and Broxbourne to the south. The Prime Meridian passes just to the east of Hoddesdon. The town is served by Rye House railway station and nearby Broxbourne railway station.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Hoddesdon?
Within an hour or so of Hoddesdon: High Beach Tea Hut (12 km), Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park (25 km), Deus Ex Machina London (26 km), Iron & Air (26 km).
Are there any good drives near Hoddesdon?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit and Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Where is Hoddesdon?
Hoddesdon is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Roydon.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 35,174
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.7615, -0.0114
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 Hoddesdon
8 notable places within an hour's 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.
25 km · about 30 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.
26 km · about 30 min drive
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Iron & Air
A motorcycle culture space celebrating the intersection of riding, art, and storytelling through events and community.
26 km · about 30 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.
26 km · about 30 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.
27 km · about 30 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.
27 km · about 30 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.
27 km · about 30 min drive
Driving roads near Hoddesdon
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 38 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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