Welcome to Barkingside

Barkingside is a suburban town located in the London Borough of Redbridge, Greater London. It is situated approximately 12 miles northeast of Charing Cross and is bordered by the towns of Ilford, Gants Hill, and Clayhall. The town is well-connected to the rest of London via the Central line of the London Underground, which runs through the Barkingside tube station.

Barkingside has a rich history dating back to the 12th century when it was known as "Berkingesheath." The town was primarily an agricultural area until the 19th century when it began to develop into a residential suburb. Today, Barkingside is a bustling town with a diverse population and a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and parks. The town is also home to several schools, including the King Solomon High School, which is a Jewish comprehensive school.

One of the main attractions in Barkingside is the Fullwell Cross Library and Leisure Centre, which offers a range of facilities, including a gym, swimming pool, and sports hall. The town is also home to several parks, including the King George V Playing Fields and the Claybury Woods and Park. Barkingside is a vibrant and welcoming town that offers a range of amenities and activities for residents and visitors alike.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 6.6°C

Feels Like: 6.4°C

Wind: 2.2 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Mossford Green Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Penny Martin	Fairlop Road Barkingside Ilford Greater London IG6 2EW 02085501602 School Website
Fullwood Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Danvir Visvanathan	21-24 Burford Close Off Hatley Avenue Barkingside Ilford Greater London IG6 1ER 02085513288 School Website
Ilford County High School Community School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Drysdale	Fremantle Road Barkingside Ilford Greater London IG6 2JB 02085516496 School Website
Avanti Court Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Justine Abbott	Carlton Drive Barkingside Greater London IG6 1LZ 02085519489 School Website
Redbridge Tuition Service Pupil Referral Unit Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mrs Kerrie Marshall	Starch House Lane Fullwell Cross Barkingside Ilford Greater London IG6 1PU 02085016080 School Website
Clore Tikva School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Margot Buller	115 Fulwell Avenue Barkingside Ilford Greater London IG6 2JN 02085511097 School Website
King Solomon High School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr H Reece	Forest Road Barkingside Ilford Greater London IG6 3HB 02084981300 School Website
Wohl Ilford Jewish Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa West	Forest Road Ilford Greater London IG6 3HB 02084981350 School Website
St Augustines Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Pius Olorunfe-Ojo	Cranbrook Road Gants Hill Ilford Greater London IG2 6RG 02085541919 School Website
Gearies Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Robert Drew	Waremead Road Gants Hill Ilford Greater London IG2 6TD 02085501803 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Seven Kings High Road, Seven Kings, Greater London, IG3 8RE 1.81 Miles

Goodmayes Goodmayes Road, Goodmayes, Greater London, IG3 9UH 1.99 Miles

Ilford Ilford Hill, Ilford, Greater London, IG1 2DG 2.13 Miles

Chadwell Heath Station Road, Chadwell Heath, Greater London, RM6 4BU 2.52 Miles

Manor Park Station Road, Manor Park, Greater London, E12 5EP 2.91 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
B.J. Cars 020 8501 3333 Barkingside Station, Ilford, Greater London, IG6 1NB 0.43 Miles
The Chauffeur Service 07970 757899 5 Sheldon Avenue, Ilford, Greater London, IG5 0UD 0.49 Miles
Jubilee Cars 07931 180271 68 Rosedene Gdns, Ilford, Greater London, IG2 6YD 0.63 Miles
A Stars Cars 020 8551 5050 Ilford, Ilford, Greater London, IG2 6YD 0.63 Miles
1St Capital Cars Ltd 020 8554 1992 31 Emmott Av, Ilford, Greater London, IG6 1AL 0.71 Miles
Smart Cabs Ltd 020 8554 5954 108 Horns Road, Ilford, Greater London, IG2 6BL 0.78 Miles
Cec Car Service 020 8554 5954 108 Horns Road, Ilford, Greater London, IG2 6BL 0.78 Miles
R S A Executive Cars Ltd 07824 443295 121 Lord Av, Ilford, Greater London, IG5 0HL 0.84 Miles
Heathrow Minicab 020 8606 0910 76 Beechwood Gardens, Ilford, Greater London, IG5 0AG 0.85 Miles
M G Chauffeur Services 07802 787171 35 Headley Drive, Ilford, Greater London, IG2 6LY 0.93 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
High Street Business Box Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
High Street Barkingside Collection Today available until:17:45 Weekday Last Collection:17:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Tesco Barkingside Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Craven Gardens Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barkingside Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Hatfield Close / Clayhall Ave Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Princes Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodville Gardens Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Great Gearies Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barkingside Broadway Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Longwood Gardens Post Office Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Kelston Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hamilton Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sainsburys Newbury Park Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Dunspring Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Fullwell Cross Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	1 Tomswood Hill Barkingside Ilford IG6 2HG
Fullwell Cross Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	1 Tomswood Hill Barkingside Ilford IG6 2HG
New Cross Alliance Eas 020 85000240	Fullwell Cross Med Ctr 1 Tomswood Hill Barkingside Essex IG6 2HG
Fullwell Cross Med. Ctr. 020 85000240	Fullwell Cross Med. Ctr. 1 Tomswood Hill Barkingside Ilford, Essex IG6 2HG
The Eastern Avenue Medical Centre 020 85504532	737 A Cranbrook Road Ilford IG2 6RJ

Local Stores

Ilford - Longwood Gardens
175 Longwood Gardens
Ilford
Greater London
IG5 0EN
02085 516833
Store Website
0.48 miles

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SPAR - New North Road
209 - 215 New North Road
Hainault
IG6 3AD
0208 501 3340
Store Website
1.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Goddard Veterinary Group Fremantle Road Barkingside
64 Fremantle Road Barkingside Ilford Essex IG6 2AZ 020 8550 6119 barkingside@goddardvetgroup.co.uk Website 0.19 miles
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Animals Treated
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Companion Care (Ilford) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Unit 2 Newbury Retail Park Horns Road Ilford Essex IG2 6BE 020 8150 9155 ilford@companioncare.co.uk Website 0.93 miles
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Ilford Pdsa Pet Clinic
Woodford Bridge Road Redbridge Ilford Essex IG4 5PS 020 8550 6644 Website 1.50 miles

Animals Treated
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Goddard Veterinary Group Ilford
159 Ley Street Ilford Essex IG1 4BL 020 8478 2122 Ilford@goddardvetgroup.co.uk Website 1.79 miles
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Animals Treated
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Forest Veterinary Centre
32 Waltham Road Woodford Bridge Essex IG8 8EB 020 8505 4078 woodford@forestvets.com Website 1.82 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Animal Ark Veterinary Centre
54 Goodmayes Avenue Goodmayes Essex IG3 8TW 020 8599 8544 reception@animalarkvets.co.uk Website 1.96 miles
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Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

Claybury Woods And Park
Nice Walk Around A Green Flag 70Hectacre Wood And Parkland. Some Areas Are Wheelchair Friendly/Easy Walking Some Parts Not. Off Lead In Woods And Open Area But Again Keeping Within Dog Law And Common Courtesy Of Controlling Your Dog. There Is A Children's Play Area So On Lead. 97 Ravensbourne Gardens Ilford IG5 0XQ 0.79 miles

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Hainault Forest Adventure
Great Little Wander Around The Forest. Can Get Very Muddy, But Brilliant If Your Pup Loves To Run Free. Some Nice Obvious Tracks, But You Can Make Your Own Way Through The Trees. Can Get Muddy. So Take Your Boots. Manor Rd Abridge Lambourne End Romford RM4 1NB 3.63 miles Park In The Car Park, And Keep Turning Left And The Walk Will Take You About 50 Mins

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Epping Forest
A Short, Circular Walk In Epping Forest. This Walk Follows The Willow Trail, Which Is Waymarked Making It Easy To Follow. There Are 9 Waymarked Trails Around The Forest Which All Have Posts Along Them To Point You In The Right Way. Lancashire E4 7QH 4.21 miles Use Junction 5 Of The M11, Passing Through Loughton. Take The A121 South. Turn Right Onto Manor Road, Right Onto Epping New Road. Then Left Onto Ranger's Road. The Car Park Will Be On Your Right.

Havering Country Park
2 Pinewood Rd Havering-Atte-Bower Romford RM4 1PH 4.50 miles Collier Row, Havering Atte Bower

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Walthamstow / Leyton Marsh
Open Space Mostly Off-Lead Except For Some Areas Which Are Nature Reserves. Hard To Believe You Are In London! 202 Riverside Cl London Lancashire E5 9SU 5.71 miles

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Epping Forest Theydon Loop
Travelling West From Theydon Bois, Go Past All The Homes And Park In The First Car Park On The Right. Car Park Is Close To The Fast Road, So Be Careful If Your Pup Is Over Excited. Go Through The Gate, Turn Right And Then Take The Left Path. If You Take A Left At Every Path/Junction It’S A Lovely Walk Through The Forest. Over Babbling Brooks And Streams And Logs And Trees For Your Pups To Jump On. Quiet First Thing In The Morning, Can Get Busier At Weekends. But Lots Of Room For The Dogs To Be Off Lead, Away From The Road. Can Get Muddy And Lots Of Squirrels. Only One Poo Bin At The Start/End By The Car Park. Lovely Route. B172 Theydon Bois Epping CM16 7DR 6.13 miles

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Weather Forecast

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