Ilford

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Ilford East London Aerial drone view high angle
Ilford East London Aerial drone view high angle
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During the 18th century there was a tradition, that on the first Friday in July, a large number of East Enders would travel to Fairlop to eat a meal of bacon and beans beneath as well as partake in general celebrations beneath an ancient oak tree. By the 1750s it was estimated that over 100,000 people could be expected to attend. The original oak blew down in 1820 and the celebration declined, perhaps as a result of licensing laws. The New Fairlop Oak was planted in 1951 and sits in the middle of Fullwell Cross roundabout. The building behind is the Fullwell Cross library. Nearest station: Fairlop.
Bouldering, sailing, windsurfing, running, bird watching, golfing.... All these you can do here :)
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is RM407 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
RM407
RM489 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,071 reviews)
The room was beautiful, excellent view, spotless - overall couldn’t fault it at all. The staff we encountered were all very friendly, especially the lady who greeted us on arrival and showed us the electronic check-in option (sorry, can’t remember her name). I work in 5-star hospitality, and that ...

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is RM670 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
RM670
RM804 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,848 reviews)
Great place in Covent garden. We stay a few times a year

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is RM352 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
RM352
RM422 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,449 reviews)
Quick check in, clean room, compact, excellent location.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
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Citadines Holborn-Covent Garden London

Citadines Holborn-Covent Garden London

4 out of 5
94-99 High Holborn London England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,231 reviews)
Great location. Very helpful staff. Loved the kitchenette in the room. Very comfortable bed, I would definitely stay there again.

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Citadines Holborn-Covent Garden London
Citadines Trafalgar Square London

Citadines Trafalgar Square London

4 out of 5
18/21 Northumberland Avenue London England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,738 reviews)
Amazing location. Clean room. Friendly, helpful staff. Free hot drinks in the lobby. Good price. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Citadines Trafalgar Square London
The Gate London City

The Gate London City

4 out of 5
41 White Church Lane London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (616 reviews)
Clean room. Convenient location.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

The Gate London City
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Popular places to visit

Hyde Park which includes a city, a pond and a park

Hyde Park

4.5/5(1,861 reviews)

Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.

Hyde Park
Big Ben showing a river or creek, a monument and a city

Big Ben

4/5(1,061 reviews)

Arguably one of London’s most famous monuments, this prominent landmark is a national icon, adored by generations of Britons.

Big Ben
O2 Arena which includes modern architecture

O2 Arena

4.5/5(625 reviews)

Created as the focal point of Britain’s millennium celebrations, today this architectural wonder offers a world of entertainment under one enormous roof.

O2 Arena
Tower Bridge showing a river or creek, a bridge and night scenes

Tower Bridge

4.5/5(1,137 reviews)

A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.

Tower Bridge
London Bridge featuring a city

London Bridge

4.5/5(353 reviews)

Known for its association with a well-known nursery rhyme, this iconic bridge has existed in various forms for more than 2,000 years.

London Bridge
Buckingham Palace featuring heritage architecture, a castle and a city

Buckingham Palace

4.5/5(1,004 reviews)

This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.

Buckingham Palace

Things to do

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

RM70
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
Kensington Palace Tickets

Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets

RM113
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets
Tower of London Tickets with Beefeater Tour & Crown Jewels

The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour

RM196
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
Shrek's Adventure Tickets

Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets

RM134
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
Skip-the-Line London Eye Experience Tickets

Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

RM279
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
London Eye Entry Ticket

London Eye Entry Ticket

RM197
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
London Eye Entry Ticket
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Reviews of Ilford

3.3
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
12
5 - Excellent 10%
4 - Good
39
4 - Good 34%
3 - Okay
44
3 - Okay 38%
2 - Disappointing
9
2 - Disappointing 8%
1 - Terrible
12
1 - Terrible 10%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Easy access to get around places such as Stratford Central London etc etc

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Reasonable enough area no major issues

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveller

Big Town.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Big town . Many places for shopping.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Not an area I would visit regularly.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Convenient location, good transport links and accessibility