Welcome to Marks Gate

Marks Gate is a small suburban area located in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. It is situated in the northeastern part of Greater London and is bordered by Chadwell Heath, Romford, and Becontree. The area is known for its quiet residential streets and green spaces, making it an ideal place for families and those who prefer a more peaceful lifestyle. Marks Gate is also home to several local amenities, including shops, restaurants, and community centers, providing residents with everything they need within easy reach.

One of the most notable features of Marks Gate is its proximity to several beautiful parks and nature reserves. The area is surrounded by green spaces, including the Eastbrookend Country Park, which is just a short walk away. The park covers over 84 hectares of land and features a variety of habitats, including woodlands, meadows, and wetlands. It is home to a wide range of wildlife, including birds, insects, and mammals, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and birdwatchers.

Marks Gate is also well-connected to the rest of London, with several transport links available. The area is served by several bus routes, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. The nearest train station is Chadwell Heath, which is just a short bus ride away. From there, commuters can travel to central London in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal location for those who work in the city but prefer to live in a quieter area. Overall, Marks Gate is a charming and peaceful place to live, offering residents the best of both worlds – easy access to the city and a tranquil suburban lifestyle.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 12.4°C

Feels Like: 10.1°C

Wind: 14.5 MPH

Wind Dir: ENE

Local Schools

School	Details
St Bedes Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr G Nott	Canon Avenue Chadwell Heath Romford Greater London RM6 5RR 02085901376
Grove Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Beverley Komorowska	Chadwell Heath Lane Chadwell Heath Romford Greater London RM6 4XS 02085903611 School Website
Newbridge School Academy Special Converter Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Ms Lara Parr	161 Gresham Drive Romford Essex RM6 4TR 2085907272 School Website
The Warren School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Jennifer Ashe	Whalebone Lane North Chadwell Heath Romford Greater London RM6 6SB 02082704500 School Website
Warren Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr J Bell	Gordon Road Chadwell Heath Romford Greater London RM6 6DA 02082704680 School Website
Furze Infants School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mr Junaida Bana	Bennett Road Chadwell Heath Romford Greater London RM6 6ES 02082704420 School Website
The Constance Bridgeman Centre Pupil Referral Unit Ages:5-18 Head Teacher Mr Tony Clayton	Redbridge College Little Heath Barley Lane Romford Greater London RM6 4XT 02039600649 School Website
Chadwell Heath Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Mark Weight	Christie Gardens Chadwell Heath Romford Greater London RM6 4RS 02082525151 School Website
Atam Academy Free Schools Ages:3-18 Head Teacher Mr Chris Steed	Little Heath Romford Essex RM6 4XX 2082529831 School Website
Chadwell Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Lee Walker	High Road Chadwell Heath Romford Greater London RM6 4EU 02085901242 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chadwell Heath Station Road, Chadwell Heath, Greater London, RM6 4BU 0.54 Miles

Goodmayes Goodmayes Road, Goodmayes, Greater London, IG3 9UH 1.07 Miles

Seven Kings High Road, Seven Kings, Greater London, IG3 8RE 1.64 Miles

Romford South Street, Romford, Greater London, RM1 1SX 2.29 Miles

Ilford Ilford Hill, Ilford, Greater London, IG1 2DG 2.93 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
J And S Minicabs 020 8599 7390 19 Pemberton Gardens, Romford, Greater London, RM6 6SH 0.39 Miles
Avenue Cars 020 8590 4464 54 Station Road, Romford, Greater London, RM6 4BE 0.42 Miles
Car &Quot;Or&Quot; Van Specialist Vehicle Hire 0844 225 2144 1087 High Road, Romford, Greater London, RM6 4AB 0.43 Miles
Chadwell Heath Cars 020 8599 6800 1074 High Rd, Romford, Greater London, RM6 4BD 0.43 Miles
Castle Cars 020 8599 7721 1074 High Road, Romford, Greater London, RM6 4BD 0.43 Miles
Marks Gate Cars 020 8597 7879 1074 High Rd, Romford, Greater London, RM6 4BD 0.43 Miles
Panda Cars Mini Cabs 020 8599 7722 1074 High Rd, Romford, Greater London, RM6 4BD 0.43 Miles
National Minibus 07757 433566 25 Conway Crescent, Romford, Greater London, RM6 4XP 0.48 Miles
Apple Cars 020 8590 9000 111 Rose La, Romford, Greater London, RM6 5NR 0.60 Miles
Camelotcars 020 8599 7776 111 Rose Lane, Romford, Greater London, RM6 5NR 0.60 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Hall Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brian Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chadwell Heath Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
East Road Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
London Terrace ( High Road ) Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
London Terrace Business Box Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:15
Grove Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Reynolds Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Side Of 284 Chadwell Heath Lan No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hutchinsons Court No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ashton Gardens No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Manstead Gardens No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chadwell Heath Station No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grove Gardens No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Farrance Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Chadwell Heath Surgery 020 85861430	72-74 Chadwell Heath Lane Chadwell Heath Romford Essex RM6 4AF
Grove Surgery 020 85487520	200-202 Chadwell Heath Ln Chadwell Heath Romford Essex RM6 4YU
The Upstairs Surgery 020 85992435	Ashton Gardens Chadwell Heath Romford Essex RM6 6RT
Ashton Gardens Surgery 020 89180580	Ashton Gardens Chadwell Heath Romford Essex RM6 6RT
Marks Gate Health Centre 020 89180560	Marks Gate Health Centre Lawn Farm Grove Chadwell Heath, Romford Essex RM6 5LL

Local Stores

OURF Rose Lane
101 - 107 Rose Lane
Dagenham
Greater London
RM6 5NR
02036 742963
Store Website
0.64 miles

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SPAR - Mayfield
Mayfield Filling Station
660 Green Lane
Ilford
IG3 9RY
0208 5999693
Store Website
1.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Chadwell Heath Vets4pets
207-209 High Road Romford Essex RM6 6NY 0.50 miles


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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 1.16 miles
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Yourvets
1-7 Whalebone Lane South Dagenham Essex RM8 1AH 0203 5977501 dagenham@yourvets.co.uk Website 1.18 miles
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Veterinary Treatment Room C/O Coral Romford Stadium
Coral Romford Stadium London Road Romford Essex RM7 9DU 07966303704 marinomauro@gmail.com 1.54 miles

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Romford Pdsa Pet Hospital, The Julie And Robert Breckman Centre
Danes Road Romford Essex RM7 0HL 01708 745505 Website 1.63 miles

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Goddard Veterinary Group Collier Row Romford
54 Collier Row Lane Collier Row Romford Essex RM5 3BB 01708 724694 collierrow@goddardvetgroup.co.uk Website 1.89 miles
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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 2.97 miles

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Havering Country Park
2 Pinewood Rd Havering-Atte-Bower Romford RM4 1PH 3.31 miles Collier Row, Havering Atte Bower

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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 3.66 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 6.32 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.

Belhus Woods Country Park
Romford Lodge Romford Rd Aveley 6.59 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 7.31 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	12.4°C	11.4°C	10°C	10°C	12.3°C	12.9°C	16.5°C	17.2°C	17.5°C	16.4°C	15.2°C	14.3°C
Feels Like	12.6°C	11.4°C	9.9°C	9.7°C	12°C	12.4°C	16.3°C	17.2°C	17.5°C	16.4°C	15.2°C	14.7°C

Tuesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Mist	Mist	Mist	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	12.6°C	10.6°C	9.4°C	8.4°C	11.5°C	15.3°C	18.6°C	20.2°C	20.3°C	19.7°C	18.4°C	15.3°C
Feels Like	12.7°C	10.4°C	9.3°C	8.5°C	11.7°C	15.5°C	18.7°C	20.2°C	20.3°C	19.7°C	18.4°C	14.8°C

Wednesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

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Temp	16°C	15.6°C	15°C	14.5°C	15.5°C	16.8°C	17.8°C	18.3°C	18.5°C	18.8°C	17.8°C	17°C
Feels Like	15.9°C	15.6°C	15°C	14.4°C	15.4°C	16.7°C	17.8°C	18.3°C	18.5°C	18.8°C	17.8°C	17°C

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