Welcome to Victoria Dock

Victoria Dock is a large dock located in the London Borough of Newham, in East London. It was built in the 1850s and was originally used for the import and export of goods, particularly sugar, rum, and tobacco. The dock was named after Queen Victoria, who was on the throne at the time of its construction. Today, the dock is no longer used for shipping, but has been transformed into a vibrant residential and commercial area.

The dock is surrounded by a number of modern developments, including the ExCeL London exhibition and conference centre, which hosts a range of events throughout the year. There are also a number of hotels, restaurants, and bars in the area, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The dock is also home to a number of residential developments, including the Royal Victoria Dock and the Britannia Village, which offer stunning views of the water and the surrounding area.

Victoria Dock is well-connected to the rest of London, with a number of transport links in the area. The Docklands Light Railway (DLR) runs through the dock, providing easy access to the City of London and other parts of East London. There are also a number of bus routes that run through the area, as well as a cable car that connects the dock to the O2 Arena in North Greenwich. Overall, Victoria Dock is a vibrant and exciting part of London, with plenty to see and do for visitors and residents alike.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 10.1°C

Feels Like: 7.2°C

Wind: 14.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Oasis Academy Silvertown Free Schools Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Johanna Thompson	Evelyn Road Newham London Greater London E16 1TU 02070592500 School Website
Britannia Village Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Linda-May Bingham	Westwood Road West Silvertown London E16 2AW 2075115412 School Website
Royal Wharf Primary School Free Schools Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Linda-May Bingham	1 John Harrison Square Silvertown London E16 2ZA 2075115412 School Website
St Joachims Rc Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr James Allen	Shipman Road Custom House Custom House Greater London E16 3DT 02074761658 School Website
Royal Docks Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr John Blaney	Prince Regent Lane Custom House London E16 3HS 2075402700 School Website
Hallsville Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms K Edge	Radland Road London E16 1LN 2074762355 School Website
Rosetta Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Lindsay Bradbury	Sophia Road Custom House London E16 3PB 2074765308 School Website
Edith Kerrison Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-4 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Aylett	Sophia Road Newham London Greater London E16 3PB 02074761735 School Website
Scott Wilkie Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Keri Edge	Hoskins Close London E16 3HD 2074744138 School Website
St Lukes Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Matthew Hipperson	Ruscoe Road Newham London Greater London E16 1JB 02074763559 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Custom House Victoria Dock Road, Canning Town, Greater London, E16 1DR 0.19 Miles

Charlton Charlton Church Lane, Charlton, Greater London, SE7 7QG 1.36 Miles

Westcombe Park Station Crescent, Westcombe Park, Greater London, SE3 7EQ 1.59 Miles

Woolwich Dockyard Belson Road, Woolwich, Greater London, SE18 5JY 1.61 Miles

West Ham Manor Road, West Ham, Greater London, E15 3BN 1.76 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
About Town Carriages 020 7069 5050 Western Gateway, London, Greater London, E16 1XL 0.10 Miles
Guardian Angel Chauffeurs 07776 075220 Warehouse W No 02, London, Greater London, E16 1BD 0.16 Miles
Airport Minicabs 020 7476 3397 10 The Grainstore, London, Greater London, E16 1AZ 0.21 Miles
Royal Cars 020 7476 6633 2B Northwoolich Road, London, Greater London, E16 2BG 0.40 Miles
Civic Chauffeurs 020 7790 9393 1B Kierbeck Business Complex/North Woolwich Rd, London, Greater London, E16 2BG 0.40 Miles
Executivestar 020 7345 5020 61 The Arches, London, Greater London, E16 2AA 0.41 Miles
Royal Cars 020 7476 6633 55 Railway Arches, London, Greater London, E16 2AA 0.41 Miles
Falcon Cars Limited 020 7511 4211 55B North Woolwich Road, London, Greater London, E16 2AA 0.41 Miles
Mini Cab In Chering Cross 020 7211 5011 388 Prince Regent Ln, London, Greater London, E16 3DH 0.41 Miles
E16 Mini Cab 020 7511 2011 388B Prince Regent Lane, London, Greater London, E16 3DH 0.41 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
2C Royal Victoria Place Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Kierbeck Business Centre Bb Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Brittania Gate Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
25 Freemasons Road Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Pontoon Dock Dlr Station Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
11 Cundy Road O/S Pocl Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Dock Road Bb Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Otley Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Young Road Weekday Last Collection:00:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ruscoe Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Fords Park Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Watford Road Weekday Last Collection:00:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
120 Ravenscroft Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Tollgate Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Jasper Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Custom House Minor Surgery 020 74762255	16 Freemasons Rd Custom House London E16 3NA
Custom House Surgery 020 74762255	Custom House Surgery 16 Freemasons Road Custom House Canning Town,London E16 3NA
E16 Health	Royal Wharf North Woolwich Rd London Greater London E16 2HP
Community Dermatology Clinic 020 74457000	Appleby Centre 63 Appleby Road Canning Town London E16 1LQ
The Ruiz Medical Practice 020 73666440	St.Lukes Health Centre 2 St.Lukes Square Canning Town London E16 1HT

Local Stores

Greenwich Peninsula - Chandlers Ave
40 Chandlers Avenue
Greenwich Peninsula
London
Greater London
SE10 0GE
02088 589023
Store Website
0.89 miles

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SPAR - Poplar
Cotton Street Service Station
40 Cotton Street
Poplar
London
E14 0EL
0207 5389007
Store Website
1.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Celia Hammond Animal Trust
151-153 Barking Road Canning Town London E16 4HQ 0207 4748811 canningtown@celiahammond.org Website 1.00 miles

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Barrier Animal Care Clinic
32 Hardens Manor Way Charlton London SE7 8LP 020 8293 6580 wellpetclinic@btconnect.com Website 1.12 miles

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Companion Care (Charlton) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Peninsular Park Road Bugsby Way London SE7 7TZ 0208 269 1440 charlton@vets4pets.com Website 1.24 miles
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Wood Wharf Vets
55 Harbord Square London E14 9QH 020 3026 2003 woodwharf@vet.co.uk Website 1.57 miles

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Blackheath Veterinary Surgery
105 Humber Road London SE3 7LW 020 8858 5151 blackheathvet@ntlworld.com Website 1.62 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Forest Veterinary Centre
43 Amsterdam Road Isle Of Dogs London E14 3UU 0207 536 7555 isleofdogs@forestvets.com Website 1.63 miles
Amenities Referrals only
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Local Dog Walks

Urban Canalside In East London
Great Walk Along The Canal To Victoria Park Carr St London Lancashire E14 7FD 2.73 miles Dlr To Limehouse Or Park At Bottom End Of Carr St To Join Canal Path

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Victoria Park
A Short, Circular Walk In London's Victoria Park. The City's Oldest Public Park Is A Broad Green Space For You And Your Dog To Enjoy. Lancashire E9 7DE 3.49 miles Heading East Out Of London.

Haggerston Park Hackney
Nice Park To Take The Dog On A Stroll Round, Situated In Hackney. Hackney City Farm In Located Next To The Park. Pleasant Walks Through Shaded Areas Wooded Areas And Open Grass Parks. Not Sure How Easy It Would Be To Park Around Here. There Were Several Entrances, And A Playground Inside For Kids. Quite A Few Other Dog Walkers. Queensbridge Rd Lancashire 4.55 miles

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Blythe Hill Fields
I Lovely Park With Fantastic Views Over Central London And Kent. Quite Unspoiled. Some Long Grass And Plenty Of Sniffing Opportunities. Also Good For Running. Family Friendly With Kids Play Area. Blythe Hill Fields Blythe Hill Lane Lancashire 4.87 miles

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Peckham Rye Park And Common
Peckham Rye Park And Common Is Great. The Common Is Huge, Perfect For Chasing Pigeons - And The Park Has Wooded Areas As Well As A Duck Pond And An Ornamental Garden. There Are Always Lots Of Dogs Racing Around And Stopping For A Drink Of Water Outside The Spaceship Shaped Cafe On The Common Afterwards. If It's Raining The Garden's Cafe, Across The Street Opposite The Common, Is Dog-Friendly. 141 Peckham Rye London Lancashire SE15 3UL 5.01 miles

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Peckham Rye Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Hampstead Heath. Hampstead Heath Offers A Varied Collection Of Natural Habitats, Historical Features And Great Views. This Walking Route Lets You Explore These. Lancashire SE15 3UA 5.04 miles Located On The Southern Part Of The London Borough Of Southwark.

Weather Forecast

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