Newbury Park, London
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Newbury Park is an area of
History
The name Newbury was first recorded in 1348. The area, along with the rest of Ilford, was part of the county of Essex until 1965, when the new borough became a part of Greater London.
The station was originally opened by the
At one time, it had two hospitals: the King George V and Ilford Maternity Hospital. They have both been demolished and replaced by blocks of flats, while a new hospital called King George V has been built further east in Little Heath.
Religion
The area has two synagogues: a constituent of the United Synagogue (orthodox), and the South West Essex Reform Jewish synagogue. A third synagogue, the Barkingside Progressive Synagogue, is, despite its name, also in Newbury Park. The area also has a number of Churches such as the Catholic Church St. Teresa's near the station.
Transport
The nearest London Underground station is Newbury Park on the Central line.
Geography
Nearby places are Aldborough Hatch, Barkingside, Gants Hill, Goodmayes, Seven Kings and Ilford's town centre. The A12 road runs through Newbury Park and a shopping complex lies near the Eastern Avenue / Horns Road junction. Stores include Aldi, Pets at Home, B&Q and a Lidl.
Education
Nearby schools include
References
- ^ "Newbury Park Station Bus Shelter, Ilford, Greater London - Magic Studio™ Pro". Archived from the original on 26 August 2011. Retrieved 11 May 2011.