Welcome to Whitechapel

Whitechapel is a vibrant and diverse area located in the East End of London. It is known for its rich history, cultural diversity, and bustling markets. The area has undergone significant regeneration in recent years, with new developments and modern amenities being introduced alongside the traditional architecture and historic landmarks. Whitechapel is home to a large Bangladeshi community, and visitors can explore the vibrant Brick Lane market, which offers a range of street food, vintage clothing, and unique gifts. The area is also home to the Royal London Hospital, which has a rich history of medical innovation and research.

Whitechapel has a fascinating history, and visitors can explore the area's past through its many museums and historic landmarks. The Whitechapel Gallery is a must-visit for art lovers, showcasing contemporary art from around the world. The area is also home to the famous Whitechapel Bell Foundry, which has been producing bells since the 16th century. Visitors can take a tour of the foundry and learn about the history of bell-making in London. Whitechapel is also known for its association with the infamous Jack the Ripper murders, and visitors can take a guided tour of the area to learn about the gruesome events that took place in the late 19th century.

Whitechapel is a vibrant and dynamic part of Greater London, offering a unique blend of history, culture, and modern amenities. The area is well-connected to the rest of the city, with excellent transport links and a range of accommodation options. Whether you're interested in exploring the area's rich history, sampling its diverse cuisine, or simply soaking up the atmosphere of this bustling part of London, Whitechapel has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 11.2°C

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Local Schools

School Details
Marion Richardson Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Julia Burns
Senrab Street
Stepney
Stepney
Greater London
E1 0QF
02077901441
School Website
Sir John Cass Foundation And Redcoat Church Of England Secondary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Paul Woods
Stepney Way
Stepney
Stepney
Greater London
E1 0RH
02077906712
School Website
Bishop Challoner Catholic Federations Of Girls School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Jp Morrison
352 Commercial Road
Tower Hamlets
London
Greater London
E1 0LB
02077919500
School Website
Bishop Challoner Catholic Federations Of Boys School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr J-P Morrison
352 Commercial Road
Tower Hamlets
London
Greater London
E1 0LB
02077919500
School Website
Mulberry Stepney Green Mathematics And Computing College
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Paramjit Bhutta
Ben Jonson Road
Stepney
London
E1 4SD
2077906361
School Website
St Mary And St Michael Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rachel Mahon
Sutton Street
Stepney
Stepney
Greater London
E1 0BD
02077904986
School Website
Cayley Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Ms Graham Clifford
Aston Street
Stepney
Stepney
Greater London
E14 7NG
02077901490
School Website
Stephen Hawking School
Community Special School
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Dr Sasha Sullivan
Brunton Place
Tower Hamlets
London
Greater London
E14 7LL
02074239848
School Website
Redlands Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Ms Edith Philipsen
Redman's Road
Stepney
Stepney
Greater London
E1 3AQ
02078845225
School Website
London Islamic School
Other Independent School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Abdulhadi Mamon
18-22 Damien Street
London
E1 2HX
2072659667
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Limehouse
Commercial Road, Limehouse, Greater London, E14 7JD
0.30 Miles
Shadwell
Cable Street, Shadwell, Greater London, E1 2QF
0.53 Miles
Whitechapel
Whitechapel Road, Whitechapel, Greater London, E1 1BY
0.66 Miles
Wapping
Wapping High Street, Wapping, Greater London, E1W 3PA
0.84 Miles
Bethnal Green
Three Colts Lane, Bethnal Green, Greater London, E2 6JL
0.85 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
E2 Taxi City Carriage
020 7423 9999
581 Commercial Road, London, Greater London, E1 0HJ
0.22 Miles
Bangla Minicab Ltd
020 7790 9994
2-4 Boulcott St, London, Greater London, E1 0HR
0.22 Miles
Canary Wharf Cars
020 7423 9999
583C Commercial Road, London, Greater London, E1 0HJ
0.22 Miles
Canary Wharf Cars
0800 026 8793
Canary Wharf, London, Greater London, E1 0HJ
0.22 Miles
Cps Car Services
020 7790 0033
543 Cable Street, London, Greater London, E1W 3EN
0.24 Miles
Capital One Chauffeur Services
020 7790 9300
Suite 8, London, Greater London, E1W 3HR
0.29 Miles
London Cars
020 7791 0007
566 Cable Street, London, Greater London, E1W 3HB
0.30 Miles
City Carriages Executive
020 7790 9400
566 Cable Street, London, Greater London, E1W 3HB
0.30 Miles
Cat Cars
020 7791 5353
566 Cable Street, London, Greater London, E1W 3HB
0.30 Miles
Lime Cars
020 7791 5111
566 Cable Street, London, Greater London, E1W 3HB
0.30 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Aylward Street (R)
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Aylward Street (L)
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Commercial Road / Albert Gardens (L)
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Commercial Road / Albert Gardens (R)
Collection Today available until:18:30
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502 Commercial Road Bo (L)
Collection Today available until:18:30
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
502 Commercial Road Bo (R)
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Special Mailbox:
Jamaica Street
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52 Ben Jonson Road (L)
Collection Today available until:18:30
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
351 Commercial Road (R)
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Aston Street
Collection Today available until:17:30
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52 Ben Jonson Road (R)
Collection Today available until:18:30
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Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Sunday Last Collection:15:00
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Special Mailbox:
Glamis Road / Cable Street (L)
Collection Today available until:18:30
Weekday Last Collection:18:30
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
351 Commercial Road (L)
Collection Today available until:18:30
Weekday Last Collection:18:30
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Glamis Road / Cable Street (R)
Collection Today available until:18:30
Weekday Last Collection:18:30
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
The Highway /Jardine Road
Collection Today available until:18:30
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Saturday Last Collection:11:30
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Jubilee Street Practice
020 77808000
Jubilee Street Practice
368-374 Commercial Road
London
E1 0LS
Cable Street
445 Cable Street
Shadwell
Whitechapel
London
E1W 3DP
Cable Street Surgery (Branch Site For East One Health) - Covid Local Vaccination Service
445 Cable Street
London
E1W 3DP
City Square Medical Group
020 74884240
14 Deancross Street
London
E1 2QA
Harford Health Centre
020 77901059
Harford Health Centre
115 Harford Street
London
E1 4FG
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Local Stores

Stepney
193 Mile End Road
Stepney Green
London
Greater London
E1 4AA
02077 902371
Store Website
0.50 miles
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SPAR - Museum Service Station
Museum Service Station
319 Cambridge Heath Road
London
E2 9LH
02037309628
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Goddard Veterinary Group Mile End
47 Burdett Road
Mile End
London
E3 4TN
020 8981 5535
mileend@goddardvetgroup.co.uk
Website
0.74 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Poplar Vets
20 Morris Road
Poplar
London
E14 6FF
0207 515 2505
poplarvets@gmail.com
Website
1.32 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Bow Pdsa Pet Hospital
171 Malmesbury Road
Bow
London
E3 2DT
020 8980 5011
Website
1.40 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Medivet Surrey Quays
156 Lower Road
London
SE16 2UG
020 7237 1881
surrey.quays@medivet.co.uk
Website
1.53 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

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Veteris Hoxton
51 Hoxton Square
London
N1 6PB
0203 808 0100
admin@veteris.co.uk
Website
1.75 miles
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The London Cat Clinic
82 - 86 Spa Road
Bermondsey
London
SE16 3QT
0203 740 1112
hello@thelondoncatclinic.co.uk
Website
1.76 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Cats

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A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.
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A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.
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A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.
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A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.
Fri08:3020:00
A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.
Sat09:0018:00
A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.
Sun09:0016:00
A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.
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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
0.45 miles

Dlr To Limehouse Or Park At Bottom End Of Carr St To Join Canal Path
Location
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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
1.30 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
1.66 miles

Location
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Regents Canal
Very Lovely For London Walk However Can Get Busy During Rush Hour With Bikes So Best Avoid These Times. I Say Early Morning Or Mid Afternoon.
Regent'S Canal
Lancashire
2.74 miles

Location
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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
3.45 miles

Location
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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
3.83 miles

Location
what3words
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