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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.
19 km · about 20 min drive
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Upminster
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Upminster
Upminster works well as a base: 10 minutes from Elm Park, 22km from Brands Hatch Circuit.
Upminster is in England, United Kingdom, with about 10,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Elm Park, about 4 km away.
Upminster is a suburb in East London, England, located 16.5 miles (26.6 km) northeast of Charing Cross. Part of the London Borough of Havering, it is one of the locally important district centres identified in the London Plan. It comprises a number of shopping streets and a large residential area. It was historicallyRead more
a rural village and formed an ancient parish in the county of Essex. Upminster was first connected to central London by rail in 1885 and has a terminal station on the London Underground network. The economic history of Upminster is characterised by a shift from farming to brick making and garden suburb. As part of the suburban growth of London in the 20th century, Upminster significantly expanded and increased in population, becoming part of Hornchurch Urban District in 1934, and has formed part of Greater London since 1965.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Upminster?
Within an hour or so of Upminster: High Beach Tea Hut (19 km), Johnsons Cafe (19 km), Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park (21 km), Brands Hatch Circuit (22 km).
Are there any good drives near Upminster?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit and Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Where is Upminster?
Upminster is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Elm Park.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 10,000
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.5559, 0.2556
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 Upminster
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.
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.
21 km · about 25 min drive
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Brands Hatch Circuit
Legendary undulating British racing circuit in Kent hosting major motorsport events and offering car racing experiences.
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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Deus Ex Machina London
The London outpost of the global motorcycle lifestyle brand combining custom bikes, apparel, coffee, and culture.
23 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.
23 km · about 25 min drive
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Bolt London
A motorcycle-focused coffee shop and workspace in London bringing together the riding and creative communities.
24 km · about 30 min drive
Driving roads near Upminster
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 27 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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