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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.
14 km · about 25 min drive
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Romford
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Romford
Romford works well as a base: 5 minutes from Elm Park, 18km from Iron & Air.
Romford is in England, United Kingdom, with about 95,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Elm Park, about 4 km away.
Romford is a large town in east London, England, located 14 mi (23 km) northeast of Charing Cross. Part of the London Borough of Havering, the town is one of the major metropolitan centres of Greater London identified in the London Plan.
Historically part of the ancient parish of Hornchurch in the Becontree hundred ofRead more
Essex, Romford has been a market town since 1247. It formed the administrative centre of the liberty of Havering until that liberty was dissolved in 1892, and became a civil parish of its own in 1849. Good road links to London and the opening of the railway station in 1839 were key to the development of the town. The economic history of Romford is characterised by a shift from agriculture to light industry and then to retail and commerce.
As part of the suburban growth of London throughout the 20th century, Romford significantly expanded and increased in population, becoming a municipal borough in 1937. In 1965, following reform of local government in London, it merged with the Hornchurch Urban District to form the London Borough of Havering, and was incorporated into Greater London. Today, it is one of the largest commercial, retail, entertainment and leisure districts in London and has a well-developed night-time economy.
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What is there to see near Romford?
Within an hour or so of Romford: High Beach Tea Hut (14 km), Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park (16 km), Iron & Air (18 km), The Bike Shed Motorcycle Club (19 km).
Are there any good drives near Romford?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit and Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Where is Romford?
Romford is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Elm Park.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 95,000
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.5752, 0.1858
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 Romford
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.
16 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.
18 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.
19 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.
19 km · about 20 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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Tower of London
Historic 11th-century castle and fortress that has served as royal palace, prison, and home of the Crown Jewels.
20 km · about 25 min drive
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Tower Bridge
Victorian bascule and suspension bridge over the Thames, one of London's most recognizable structures.
20 km · about 25 min drive
Driving roads near Romford
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 25 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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