Wikipedia gives us the quick following overview of the area: “ Chingford is a town in east London, England, within the London Borough of Waltham Forest. The centre of Chingford is 9.2 miles (14.8 km) north-east of Charing Cross, with Waltham Abbey to the north, Woodford Green and Buckhurst Hill to the east, Walthamstow to the south, and Edmonton and Enfield to the west. “
What to do in the area of Chingford
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Things we love about Chingford
Chingford has a distinct culture and atmosphere. At Cozee we looked at features that define the area’s vibe like food, nightlife, green space, and more. Whether you love to eat or you love to take part in the night life of a city, Chingford has something for your tastes. Explore spots below to get a feel for life here.
Pubs in the area
Being Londoners ourselves, at Cozee, we hold a strong bond with our regular visits to the local pub every week. Why should your experience be any different in your new home? That’s why we’ve thoroughly tested and reviewed all the pubs in Chingford. While we didn’t get the chance to personally visit each one, we certainly wish we could have. Here’s the curated list of the finest pubs in Chingford.
| Pub name Name | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Chingford Cricket Club | Kimbley Way Chingford E4 6DE | During the Summer, the Bar is open most evenings as well as at weekends and matchdays. In the Winter, members congregate on a Sunday afternoon. |
| Dove | Friday Hill Chingford E4 6EL | Renamed after Pimp Hall a C16/C17 timber-framed dovecote in Kings Road E4. Under new management since October 2021. Pool and darts. Only one real ale at present. |
| Greene Man | 191 Old Church Road Chingford E4 6RB | Was Beefeater selling Boddies and Flowers Original. Run by Greene King as part of their Hungry Horse chain. |
| Kings Ford | 250-252 Chingford Mount Road Chingford E4 8JL | A spacious Wetherspoon conversion, the long single room has the bar halfway down on the right-hand side. There are 10 handpumps, four on the front serving regular ales and six serving the cider and guest ales, including at least one from a local brewery. As well as the two main Wetherspoon beer festivals, it also holds local beer festivals and Meet the Brewer nights. Two large screens are mute except for major sporting events. Breakfasts are served from 8am. |
| Kings Head | 2B Kings Head Hill Chingford E4 7EA | A popular and welcoming Stonegate pub located in leafy North Chingford. It is very roomy, with various seating areas, a small garden and a car park. The number of handpumps has recently increased to ten, to include one real cider, four regular beers (selected by customer vote) and six guest ales, often with one from a local brewery. Food is available all day from a wide-ranging menu. Quiz nights are Sunday and Wednesday evenings. Recently refurbished. |
| Larkshall | Larkshall Road Chingford E4 6NT | Superb old looking pub with various little rooms and large ornate eating section. The only thing against it are the artificial fires. Larkshall Farm was on this site from 1890 till the pub was built. Lease acquired by Mosaic pubs & dining who have refurbished the pub retaining a classic style whilst being brought up to date with a bar area as you enter with a restaurant area beyond and upstairs. |
| Old Hall Tavern | 200 Hall Lane Chingford E4 8EY | Pub with large function room where there is live music on a regular basis. |
| Queen Elizabeth | 95 Forest Side Chingford E4 6BA | Establishment in nice location by Epping Forest. Was a carvery until becoming an Ember Inn in 2015. |
| Royal Forest Hotel | 4 Rangers Road Chingford E4 7QH | Food orientated establishment which also has a Premier Inn attached to it. There is a bar area with one hand pump that has London Pride as the regular offering. October 2023 – open restricted hours for breakfast only |
| Royal Oak | 219 Kings Head Hill Chingford E4 7PP | A McMullen pub since 1920 when we purchased it for £1,250. Busy house that is popular for its food although there is a bar area. Refurbished in 2011 |
| Rusty Bike | 134-138 Station Road Chingford E4 6AN | A free house opposite Chingford Station and very close to the popular Epping Forest – walkers and cyclists are welcome. Its roomy interior attracts a wide mix of customers during the day. 12 keg taps including Singha, Blue Moon, Cobra and Rusty Bike Lager. Thai food |
| Wishing Well | 11 Hall Lane Chingford E4 8HH | Re-opened after refurbishment. It was an Irish themed pub at Chingford Mount. |
| County Arms | 420 Hale End Road Highams Park E4 9PB | 1908 mock-Tudor pub. Now Greene King. Ex-Truman, S&N Retail, Spirit with John Barras brand. Spacious inside. Audible music, blokey atmosphere, Sky TV, pool, darts etc. |
| Stag & Lantern | 11-12 The Broadway Highams Park E4 9LQ | Local Branch’s first micro-pub the building was previously two shops that had been knocked into one. It was converted to a micro-pub in early 2020. At least three cask ales and ciders on a rotational basis along with a range of bottles and cans. There are a limited number of tables both inside and outside the venue. No food, just snacks. |
Green spaces and parks of Chingford
One of London’s best features is the large array of public parks and green spaces. See if Chingford offers room to explore and maybe take your dog for a walk.
| Park Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Gardens | Belvedere Road, London | 4.5 | 1413 |
| Elm Court | 1 Pump Court, London | 4.3 | 6 |
| Middle Temple Gardens | 3 Middle Temple Lane, Temple, London | 4.7 | 82 |
| Bernie Spain Gardens | South Bank, London | 4.4 | 488 |
| Bloomsbury Square Garden | 14 Bloomsbury Square, London | 4.3 | 2017 |
| The Phoenix Garden | 21 Stacey Street, London | 4.6 | 461 |
| LGBT Chairs ️ | Ground Floor, South East Wing, Bush House, 300 Strand, London | 5 | 1 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | 4 Temple Place, Temple, London | N/A | N/A |
| Potnotch | Jubilee Market, Tavistock Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| London Memorial Garden | Savoy Place, London | 3.8 | 4 |
| Drury Lane Gardens | 58 Drury Lane, London | 3.9 | 16 |
| Fountain Court | Temple, London | 4.6 | 8 |
| Southbank boardwalk | South Bank, Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 13 |
| Street Art Skaterpark | 337-338 Belvedere Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| National Theatre garden terrace | South Bank, National Theatre, London | N/A | N/A |
| The Diamond Jubilee Penny Maze | Henrietta Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| Southbank (River Thames South) Walkpath. | Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 18 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | Villiers Street, London | 4.6 | 2523 |
| Diamond Jubilee Garden | St Pauls Church, Bedford Street, London | 4.4 | 12 |
| BIG 7 | 7 Bell Yard, London | N/A | N/A |
What kind of gyms are there in Chingford?
In Chingford, using the public parks is not for everyone. Finding out if you are able to attend a local gym or leisure centre nearby may be a good idea if you are trying to move to the area perhaps for permanent residency.
| Gym Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Sports Centre | 32 Endell Street, London | 4.3 | 788 |
| Virgin Active | Shell-Mex House, 80 Strand, London | 4.3 | 299 |
| Gymbox Holborn | 100 High Holborn, London | 4.3 | 340 |
| Nuffield Health Covent Garden Fitness and Wellbeing Gym | 9 Endell Street, London | 4.3 | 130 |
| Fitness First | 6 Bedford Street, London | 4.3 | 345 |
| Yogarise Covent Garden – Yoga classes in Covent Garden, London | 13 Mercer Street, London | 4.3 | 62 |
| Jubilee Hall Gym | 30 The Piazza, London | 4.3 | 111 |
| Covent Garden Physiotherapy | Ground Floor, Durham House, 1 Durham House Street, London | 4.3 | 46 |
| PureGym London Waterloo | 11-15 Brad Street, London | 4.3 | 234 |
| Body Control Pilates | 35 Little Russell Street, London | 4.3 | 36 |
| The Health Club at One Aldwych | One Aldwych Hotel, 1 Aldwych, Covent Garden, London | 4.3 | 16 |
| CryoAction Limited | 71-75 Shelton Street, London | 4.3 | 1 |
| The Gym Group London Charing Cross | 17-21 Northumberland Avenue, London | 4.3 | 227 |
| Fujian White Crane Kung Fu & Tai Chi – Covent Garden & West End | Green Dragon House, 23 Stukeley Street, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Digme Fitness Covent Garden | 4-10 Tower Street, London | 4.3 | 150 |
| Boom Cycle – Holborn | 16 Procter Street, London | 4.3 | 91 |
| The Gym Group London Holborn Circus | 1 Thavies Inn, Holborn Circus, London | 4.3 | 263 |
| Central Health Physiotherapy | Quality House, 5-9 Quality Court, London | 4.3 | 299 |
| Tranquility Pilates Studio Ltd | 16-18, New Bridge Street, London | 4.3 | 5 |
| ESPA Life at Corinthia | Whitehall Place, London | 4.3 | 246 |
Where can you buy groceries in the area
Grocery shopping is something that people do all the time, so it would make sense to want to find out where the nearest shopping centres are in your area. In Chingford, Take a look at the major supermarkets nearby, so you know where to go grocery shopping if you are to make this place your home.
We weren’t able to find any supermarket in this area. If we were wrong, tell us in the comments the name and address of your local supermarket or grocery store. We’ll amend this page
Galleries and Museums
The vitality of a community stems from its residents who live, work, and engage with one another. Exploring an area through art offers a fresh perspective. If you’re considering relocating to Chingford, we highly suggest exploring the local galleries, museums, and cultural establishments. They offer delightful weekend activities and contribute to the vibrant atmosphere of the region.
| Museum name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge | 8 Ranger’s Road, London | 4.5 | 353 |
Restaurants in the area
Chingford is rich in restaurants, from Indian, Chinese or Italian ones, your area is vibrant with life and the foodies that you may be will surely find what you are looking for.
| Restaurant Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Inn London Chingford hotel | 8 Ranger’s Road, London | 4.3 | 536 |
| Queen Elizabeth | 95 Forest Side, Greater, London | 4.3 | 642 |
| Spice Station | 140 Station Road, London | 4.3 | 195 |
| Empire BBQ | 6 Station Road, London | 4.3 | 129 |
| Huckleberrys (Huckleberry Chicken) Chingford | 16 Station Road, London | 4.3 | 197 |
| The Voujon | 166 Station Road, London | 4.3 | 313 |
| Helen’s Coffee on the Green | 5, Crown Buildings, The Green, London | 4.3 | 240 |
| Patpong Thai Restaurant | 146-148 Station Road, London | 4.3 | 264 |
| Trattoria Ibleo Restaurant | Station Approach, Station Road, London | 4.3 | 219 |
| Wilsons Fish & Chips | 101 Station Road, London | 4.3 | 322 |
| Breeze Restaurant | 139 Station Road, London | 4.3 | 280 |
| The Indian Brasserie | East, 90 Station Road, London | 4.3 | 82 |
| Nostrano Restaurant | 92 Station Road, London | 4.3 | 171 |
| Casso | 94 Station Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| La Baita | 98 Station Road, London | 4.3 | 237 |
| Buddy’s Grill | 48 Station Road, London | 4.3 | 196 |
| O.G Babs | 102 Station Road, London | 4.3 | 106 |
| La baita loading road | Chingford, Unnamed Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Isuhi | Chingford, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Cinnamon Coast Cuisine | 75 Station Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
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Below is a list of the places you may want to check out if the area of Chingford. This can really help you out when you are moving to an area or neighbourhood.
How many hospitals, pharmacies and doctors are there in Chingford?
We weren’t able to locate medical institutions or stores in this neighbourhood. Let us know in the comments if we are wrong so we can add them to our list.
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In Chingford, what tube and train stations are nearby?
We assembled the train and tube stations of Chingford in a convenient table below so you can find the best location for you to live if transport connections are important to you.
| Train or tube station name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chingford | United Kingdom | 4.3 | 64 |
Post offices in the area of Chingford
Nearby post offices make sending and getting packages a breeze. Post office branches in Chingford provide services like money orders and postal insurance alongside mail services. You can take a look for yourself to see where they are located below.
| Post Office Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail Group Ltd | 106 Station Road, London | 3 | 40 |
| Chingford Station Road Post Office | 104 Station Road, London | 1.8 | 130 |
| Chingford Delivery Office | 106 Station Road, London | 1.2 | 33 |
In Chingford, what schools are nearby?
Having a nearby school is ideal when relocating. Below is a list of schools located within Chingford
| School Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathcote School & Science College | 96 Normanton Park, London | 2.3 | 15 |
| Buxton Bear Pre-school | North Chingford Methodist Church, London | 5 | 2 |
| Ralph Samuels Drum Tuition | 28 Douglas Road, London | 4.5 | 2 |
| Footsteps Nursery Chingford | 64 Station Road, London | 3.2 | 5 |
| Freedom School | 159A Station Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| FISU Meditation 2nd Centre | 8 Douglas Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Chingford Church of England Junior School | 20 Shaftesbury Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Bright Horizons Chingford Day Nursery and Preschool | 76 Station Road, London | 4.1 | 7 |
| St Mary’s Primary School | Station Road, London | 3 | 4 |
| Normanhurst School | 68-74 Station Road, London | 3.9 | 19 |
| Chingford C Of E Primary School (Junior Site) | Cambridge Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| The Davis School | 5 Oaks Grove, London | N/A | N/A |
| Whitehall Primary School | 90 Normanton Park, London | 4.5 | 8 |
| Tamara Nicole & AYB Coaching | 32 Mornington Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Doric House | 128 Station Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| The Spanish Guitar Hub | 115 Beresford Road, London | 5 | 14 |
| Chingford C of E Primary School (Infant Site) | Kings Road, London | 4.5 | 4 |
| Dynamyk Yoga & Meditation | Suite 2, Atlantic House, Pretoria Road, London | 5 | 7 |
| School | Normanton Park, London | N/A | N/A |
Last Updated on March 26, 2026