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There’s absolutely loads to do in Redbridge and whatever your interests there’s bound to be something you’ll love.

Would you like to dig a bit deeper into history, get closer to nature or find the prefect parkland to explore? Discover more about all the places you love.

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Laura I. Art Gallery

Skippier Court Abbey Road Barking , IG1 1NN

Their programmes are carefully designed to deal with issues of the day by bringing awareness and creating possibilities to make changes for people who are feeling isolated, misunderstood or marginalised by society. The gallery organises events and a space where everyone benefits from an aura of inclusivity thus creating a sense of belonging, which brings with it a strong sense of personal advancement.

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Matt's Gallery

92 Webster Road London , SE16 4DF

Matt’s Gallery is one of the UK’s leading contemporary art galleries, supporting the making of new and innovative work since its foundation more than 40 years ago in 1979.

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The Approach Gallery

The Approach 1st Floor 47 Approach Road, E2 9LY

The gallery was founded in 1997 by Jake Miller, along with artists Damien Meade, Ana Genoves and others . One of the gallery's original objectives was to offer solo exhibitions to London-based artists at the start of their careers - several of whom have gone on to achieve international success. 

020 8983 3878

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Royal Observatory

Greenwich Royal Park London, SE10 8XJ

The Royal Observatory in Greenwich was originally founded in 1675 to observe and record the movement of heavenly bodies in an attempt to solve the longitude problem by the lunar distance method. The building was designed by Wren and the work was overseen by Hooke. The Observatory was built on the highest ground in Greenwich Park, and had rooms especially for the appointed astronomer, John Flamsteed and his assistant. Flamsteed worked on the project for over forty years and his star catalogue was published following his death in 1725.

0181 858 4422

The Viktor Wynd Museum

11 Mare St Cambridge Heath Rd London, E8 4RP

Tiny museum showcasing a unique collection of objects, including unusual taxidermy & occult artwork.

02085335297

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St. Margaret of Antioch

Balfour Rd Ilford , IG1 4HZ

St Margaret of Antioch is a lively parish church in the heart of Barking. The area has a rich history. The great Barking Abbey dating from 666AD, established Barking as an early centre of the Christian faith. After William the Conqueror's coronation, a large scale riot forced the king and his closest followers to flee to Barking, making it the first Norman capital of England - albeit for a few months.

The Bridge Church

The Bridge Church Latchett Road South Woodford London, E18 1DL

The Bridge operates a network of community programmes and receives more than 1,500 visits a month, has a volunteer pool of 100 local people of all ages and backgrounds.

020 8505 5001

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Family Holiday Association

7-14 Great Dover St London, SE1 4YR

A national charity dedicated to providing seaside breaks and day trips for families struggling with some of the toughest challenges life can bring. This includes adult disability, severe and sudden illness, bereavement, mental health issues and domestic violence.

020 3117 0650

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VisitEngland

Grove House Lutyens Close Chineham Basingstoke, RG24 8AG

Visit England is a comprehensive website which provides interesting holiday ideas for a staycation and family days out in England.

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Almshouses (Ilford Hospital of St Mary and St Thomas of Canterbury)

48A Ilford Hill Ilford , IG1 2AT

It is an ancient charitable foundation dating from about 1140, and is the oldest building in the London Borough of Redbridge. Since 1954 it has been protected as a Grade II* listed building under UK legislation.