Where to Go in Redbridge, london: Top 10 Attractions & Local Favorites

L Talib One of the most well kept secrets in the eastside of London, a beautiful Jewel to the area, the park is very clean. I think they have a great active Friends of the park who support keeping the park lovely. There is a Tennis court and outdoor gym too.

Muhammad Haque Abbey Green is the Parklands on the historic grounds of Barking Abbey that has been repurposed to be a beautiful parklands for local residents and a great attraction for everyone! Barking Abbey was one of the most historic & influential religious institutions of the whole country. Barking Abbey Ruins is the ruins of the former royal monastery established in 666 AD and it was demolished in 1541 AD. The Barking Abbey - it is now known as Abbey Ruins - has become one of the most beautiful and blissful green places to visit, play, explore, contemplate, gather, chat, walk, exercise, picnic and rest! It is much loved by both local residents and visitors from outside! Thanks to the authority for keeping the Barking Abbey Ruins, Abbey Green Parklands and surroundings nice & tidy and continuous ground maintenance! It is always busy with people having leisurely stroll around the park or crossing the park reaching Barking Town or Market Place or historic Town Quay by the River Roding! Abbey Green is part of the Abbey and Barking Town Centre Conservation Area focusing the Abbey Ruins! Abbey Green is very strategically located right next to the busy Barking Town Centre, beautiful Town Quay, and picturesque River Roding! Barking Abbey Church, Open Space, Parklands, Abbey Ruins, St. Margaret’s Centre are fully accessible! However, please be mindful of the surface, different areas because of the centuries-old landscape and follow the Signages for accessible entrances to the church and Abbey Ruins! Other key features of the Abbey Green include: -> Abbey Green Play Area -> Curfew Tower - also known as the Fire Bell Gate - is the only surviving building of Barking Abbey -> St Margarets Parish Church - Centuries-old parish church of St. Margaret of Antioch Virgin and Martyr - a Grade I Listed Building dating back to 1215 - is still actively serving the community. Some of the key facilities of the church are St Margaret’s Café, St Margaret’s Centre and St Margaret’s Church! St Margaret’s Café is open to public from 11am to 2pm every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday serving a variety of reasonably priced meals, snacks and homemade cakes. St Margaret’s Centre and St Margaret’s Church also provide facilities for weddings, baptism, and funerals! -> Three Lamps Broadway Square - Beautiful artworks at the base of the Three Lamps talk about different aspects of protests throughout the centuries - both past and present! It is very educational, fun and entertaining! The artwork panels were inspired by the pupils at the St Margaret’s Primary School and designed by artist Tamara Froud. -> Sculpture: Blocks of London Bridge by Joost Van Santen - Who knew that there is a sculpture called "Blocks of London Bridge" by Dutch artist and sculptor Joost Van Santen located in plain sight - sitting around "in significantly"! It was commissioned and installed here in 2006! These two granite blocks were part of the foundation of the demolished old London Bridge - the one sold to & reconstructed at Lake Havasu City, Arizona, USA. -> A Circle of Stones Garden - A beautiful calm nice place between Abbey Green and River Roding. At times, it is quite noisy due to the roads at both sides. Nearby car parking bays make it more attractive to visit and enjoy the green and River Roding.

Maria Glacken Festive afternoon tea was absolutely delicious. So much food I brought the cakes home. Just had the little xmas cake today made by the lady in the cafe & very nice it was. Unlimited tea & coffee. Very good value for money. 2 Weeks previous we went to wreath making this was a very enjoyable afternoon being shown how to create a beautiful wreath. Everything was supplied including a hot drink & mince pie from the cafe.

Lubna Ul-Hasan The Redbridge Museum has recently been refurbished and renovated, making it fresh and inviting, educational and interesting to visitors of all ages. A great place for all the family. Everything is well signposted and the information supplied on all the exhibits and displays are interesting and informative. So much to see and learn about Ilford and the Redbridge Borough.

Hayley Bull Lovely park, not to overly busy. Lots to keep the children entertained in the playground and is very nice to just walk around. Plenty of benches to sit on throughout the park.

Supriya Raana Beautiful mural

sadia shabnam I love the ducks there. It’s great to go for a walk, running and family outing. And the greenery around its so eye pleasing.

Vishal Limani Block of flats. Nice little building. Secure. Access is on the main road. Parking round the back.