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Iron & Air
A motorcycle culture space celebrating the intersection of riding, art, and storytelling through events and community.
7 km · about 15 min drive
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Walthamstow
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Walthamstow
Walthamstow works well as a base: 5 minutes from Tottenham, 7km from Iron & Air.
Walthamstow is in England, United Kingdom, with about 110,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Tottenham, about 4 km away.
Walthamstow ( WAWL-thəm-stoh or WOL-thəm-stoh) is a town within the London Borough of Waltham Forest in East London. The town borders Chingford to the north, Snaresbrook and South Woodford to the east, Leyton and Leytonstone to the south, and Tottenham to the west. At the 2011 census, Walthamstow had a population ofRead more
approximately 109,424 and is around 7.5 miles (12 km)
north-east of Central London.
Occupying most of the town's east-to-west High Street, Walthamstow Market is the second longest outdoor market in Europe. East of the town centre is Walthamstow Village, the oldest part of Walthamstow, and the location of St Mary's Church, the town's parish church. To the north of the town is the former Walthamstow Stadium, which closed in 2008. The William Morris Gallery in Forest Road, a museum that was once the family home of William Morris, is a Grade II* listed building. The town is served by five railway stations, including Walthamstow Central and Blackhorse Road—interchange stations on the Victoria line of the London Underground.
Walthamstow was a civil parish, originally part of the Becontree Hundred of Essex. As part of the suburban growth of London, the town expanded rapidly in the 19th century, becoming part of the urban area of the city. It has formed part of the Metropolitan Police District since 1840, and the London postal district since its inception in 1856. The parish became a local board district in 1873, an urban district in 1894 and a municipal borough in 1929. Following reform of local government in London in 1965, it merged with the municipal boroughs of Chingford and Leyton to form the new Waltham Forest local authority district, becoming part of Greater London. The borough council is based at Waltham Forest Town Hall on Forest Road.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Walthamstow?
Within an hour or so of Walthamstow: Iron & Air (7 km), Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park (7 km), The Bike Shed Motorcycle Club (8 km), Deus Ex Machina London (8 km).
Are there any good drives near Walthamstow?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit, Goodwood Festival of Speed and Rhinefield Ornamental Drive.
Where is Walthamstow?
Walthamstow is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Tottenham.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 109,424
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.5907, -0.0208
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 Walthamstow
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.
7 km · about 10 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.
8 km · about 15 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.
8 km · about 15 min drive
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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.
8 km · about 15 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.
9 km · about 15 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.
9 km · about 20 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.
10 km · about 20 min drive
Driving roads near Walthamstow
4 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 19 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
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April to October
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