Welcome to North Stifford

North Stifford is a small village located in the borough of Thurrock, Essex. The village is situated on the A128 road, which connects Brentwood to Tilbury. The village is surrounded by green fields and farmland, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy a peaceful and quiet lifestyle. The village has a population of around 1,000 people and is known for its friendly community.

The village has a rich history, dating back to the 12th century. The village was originally known as Stifford Parva, which means "little Stifford". The village was later renamed North Stifford to distinguish it from the nearby village of South Stifford. The village has a number of historic buildings, including St. Andrew's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows.

North Stifford is a popular destination for those who enjoy outdoor activities. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The village is also home to a number of parks and green spaces, including the North Stifford Village Green, which is a popular spot for picnics and outdoor events. The village also has a number of local shops and amenities, including a post office, a convenience store, and a pub.

Local Schools

School	Details
Tudor Court Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Philip Kyriacou	Bark Burr Road Chafford Hundred Grays Essex RM16 6PL 01375480662 School Website
Warren Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Co Headteacher Vashti Green And Charlie Evans	Gilbert Road Chafford Hundred Grays Essex RM16 6NB 1375482288 School Website
Stifford Clays Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Christina Pumfrey	Whitmore Avenue Stifford Clays Grays Essex RM16 2ST 01375373866 School Website
Olive Alternative Provision Academy Academy Alternative Provision Sponsor Led Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Co Headteacher David Stevens	Daiglen Drive The Culver Centre South Ockendon Essex RM15 5RR School Website
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Headteacher Sandra Power	Daiglen Drive South Ockendon Essex RM15 5RP 1708853000 School Website
Shaw Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Dawn Copping	Avon Green South Ockendon Essex RM15 5QJ 01708852367 School Website
Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Lauren Arnell	Mayflower Road Chafford Hundred Grays Essex RM16 6SA 01375484490 School Website
Harris Academy Chafford Hundred Academy Converter Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs Ben Keely	Chafford Hundred Campus Mayflower Road Chafford Hundred Grays Essex RM16 6SA 01375484580 School Website
Harris Primary Academy Mayflower Free Schools Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Katie Hanley	Mayflower Road Chafford Hundred Essex RM16 6SA 02037724588 School Website
The Hathaway Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Fatima Rodrigues	Hathaway Road Grays Essex RM17 5LL 01375371361 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chafford Hundred Lakeside Burghley Road, Chafford Hundred, Essex, RM16 6QQ 1.08 Miles

Grays High Street, Grays, Essex, RM17 6NQ 1.69 Miles

Ockendon Station Approach, Tamarisk Road, Ockendon, Essex, RM15 6PD 1.78 Miles

Purfleet London Road, Purfleet, Essex, RM19 1PP 3.12 Miles

Tilbury Town St Andrews Road, Tilbury, Essex, RM18 7BJ 3.30 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
T J's Private Hire 01375 400067 7 Crawford Avenue, Grays Thurrock, Essex, RM16 2AS 0.94 Miles
Orange Cars 01375 396000 5/Askew House/Askew Farm La, Grays Thurrock, Essex, RM17 5XR 1.10 Miles
A G R Chauffeurs 0800 234 3651 12 Albert Close, Grays Thurrock, Essex, RM16 2RB 1.35 Miles
Ss Executive Travel 07863 243267 141 Cromwell Rd, Grays Thurrock, Essex, RM17 5HQ 1.39 Miles
Thurrock Airport Cars 01375 399300 78 Bradleigh Av, Grays Thurrock, Essex, RM17 5RJ 1.43 Miles
Thameside Taxis 01375 371654 25A Orsett Road, Grays Thurrock, Essex, RM17 5DS 1.58 Miles
A3 Taxis 01375 385005 25 Orsett Road, Grays Thurrock, Essex, RM17 5DS 1.58 Miles
A2b Taxis 01375 372071 33 Clarence Rd, Grays Thurrock, Essex, RM17 6QJ 1.66 Miles
Wilsons Travel 01708 869911 6 Hillcrest Av, Grays Thurrock, Essex, RM20 3DA 1.71 Miles
Lakeside And Purfleet Taxis 01708 869656 Stanley Road, Grays Thurrock, Essex, RM17 6QY 1.72 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Drake Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Drake Parade Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Sainburys (Old A13) Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cruick Avenue Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:15
Clifford Road Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Hogg Lane Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Crammavill St - Palins St Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Broxburn Drive Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Rainbow Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nutberry Avenue Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Barle Gardens No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Debenhams No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Daiglen Drive Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
C100 Railway Station Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
South Parade No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Abela T Practice 01375 481895	Chafford Hundred Med.Ctr. Drake Road Chafford Hundred,Grays Essex RM16 6RS
Stifford Clays Medical Centre 01375 800450	Stifford Clays Health Ctr Crammavill Street Stifford Clays,Grays Essex RM16 2AP
Stifford Clays Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Crammavill Street Stifford Clays Grays Essex RM16 2AP
Stifford Clays Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Crammavill Street Stifford Clays Grays Essex RM16 2AP
Sancta Maria Medical Centre 01708 853114	Sancta Maria Medical Ctr. Daiglen Drive South Ockendon Essex RM15 5SZ

Local Stores

Socketts Heath
65-67 Lodge Lane
Socketts Heath
Grays
Essex
RM17 5RZ
01375 373105
Store Website
1.62 miles

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SPAR - Chadwell
117-119 River View
Chadwell St Mary's
Grays
RM16 4BA
01375 840 522
Store Website
2.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Chafford Hundred
Unit 15, Drake House Drake Road Chafford Hundred Grays Essex RM16 6RX 01375 480200 chafford.hundred@medivet.co.uk Website 0.54 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Thurrock Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Lakeside Retail Park Weston Avenue West Thurrock Essex RM20 3LP thurrock@vets4pets.com 1.61 miles


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Riverside Veterinary Group
23 Southend Road Grays RM17 5NH 01375 373202 info@riversidevetsgrays.co.uk Website 1.68 miles
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Animals Treated
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Medivet South Ockendon
2 Canterbury Parade South Road South Ockendon Essex RM15 6NH 01708 670200 south.ockendon@medivet.co.uk Website 1.76 miles
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Animals Treated
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All Animals Veterinary Clinic
Unit T Viking House Daneholes Roundabout, Stanford Road Grays Essex RM16 2XE 01375 399033 allanimalsvetclinic@hotmail.co.uk Website 1.86 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Medivet Tilbury
14 Commonwealth House Montreal Road Tilbury Essex RM18 7QX 01375 840979 tilbury@medivet.co.uk Website 3.60 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Belhus Woods Country Park
Romford Lodge Romford Rd Aveley 2.64 miles

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Darenth Country Park
Beautiful Area With A Mix Of Gravelled Paths, Woodland And Large Dog Walking Flat Areas, Almost Like A Recreation Ground. Lots Of Parts To Explore And Plenty Of Areas For Dogs To Enjoy. 23 Darenth Park Ave Lancashire 5.08 miles

Location what3words chimp.hogs.agreed

Coalhouse Fort Park
Princess Margaret Rd East Tilbury Tilbury RM18 8QD 5.93 miles

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Langdon Hills Country Park (Westley Heights)
The Climax High Rd Langdon Hills Basildon SS16 6HU 6.46 miles Just Behind The Harvester

Location what3words rice.rested.afford

Langdon Hills Country Park
A Stroll Through Langdon Hills Offers Some Gentle Climbs. From The Higher Point, You And Your Dog Will Be Able To Enjoy The Views Over London And The Thames Estuary. With A Mixture Of Wildflower Meadows And Woodland To Explore, This Gentle Walk Is Ideal. SS17 9NH 7.11 miles From Basildon, Head Out On The A176 South, Take A Right Onto Dry Street, Just After Basildon University Hospital. Follow Dry Street Until You Reach A Left Turn Onto One Tree Hill. The Car Park Is Down This Road, On The Right.

Hall Place Cray
A Flat Walk With The River Cray Running Through The Middle. During The Spring And Summer The Front Fields Are Used By Footballers A Lot. During The Winter This Walk Can Be Very Wet! Hall Place Dartford Bexley DA5 1PQ 7.11 miles

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