Redbridge
Explore hidden histories, historic photos, and things you never knew about Redbridge from the collections and archives of Historic England.
Discover your local listed buildings and places
Introducing some of Redbridge's most historic sites, included in the National Heritage List for England. Some of these captions have been summarised by AI. Click through for the official List entry.
Snaresbrook Crown Court (former Wanstead Infant Orphan As…
Redbridge
Former children's orphanage, now crown court.
Fullwell Cross Library
Redbridge
Fulwell Cross library and swimming pool were designed by Frederick Gibberd, who made a considerable contribution to the post-1945 reconstruction of England and to civic design.
Valentines Park
Redbridge
Valentines Park is a late 19th-century public park in Ilford, combining gardens from the 18th to 19th centuries and farmland, later expanded in early 20th century.
Wanstead Park
Redbridge
Wanstead Park, established in the late 17th to early 19th century, features historic gardens and a later public park and golf course.
Seven Kings Methodist Church, churchyard gates and piers
Redbridge
Methodist church. Designed for the United Methodist Free Church by George and Reginald Palmer Baines. Built in two phases between 1904-5 and 1922-3.
Former gatekeeper’s lodge to Wanstead Infant Orphan Asylu…
Redbridge
Gatekeeper's lodge. Built in around 1841. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Newbury Park Station Bus Shelter
Redbridge
Bus shelter, 1947-1949, built to the designs of Oliver Hill for London Transport. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Twenty-two Cottage Homes at Barnardo's
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Twenty-two identical cottage homes, two of 1879, eighteen of 1887, and two of 1903, by Ebenezer Gregg for Dr Barnardo.
Christchurch Primary School
Redbridge
Elementary school (opened 1900) with caretaker's house, higer grade school (opened 1901) and secondary school annexe (opened 1906), by CJ Dawson for the Ilford School Board and Urban...
Former Cauliflower Hotel
Redbridge
Former hotel and public house, 1900, by architects Waterman and Lewis. The former stables, pot house and urinal to the rear are not of special interest and are excluded from the listing.
Church of St Mary
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The Church of St Mary in Wanstead, built in 1790 by Thomas Hardwick, features Portland stone and contains original interior fittings and a distinguished monument to Sir Josiah Child.
Former Indoor Swimming Pool to Wanstead Infant Orphan Asylum
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Indoor swimming pool. Built in about 1880 as part of Wanstead Infant Orphan Asylum. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Children's Church and Lych Gate at Barnardo's
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Children's Church, 1892-4, by Ebenezer Gregg for Dr Barnardo. Later additions and alterations. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Dr Barnardo's Memorial at Barnardo's
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Memorial to Thomas John Barnardo, 1908, by George Frampton RA with later, small memorial to Syrie Barnardo, d.1944. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Woodford Green War Memorial
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First World War memorial, 1920, designed by Sir Charles Nicholson with further inscriptions added after the Second World War and later conflicts.
Statue of Winston Churchill (and plinth)
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Bronze statue of Sir Winston Churchill and its granite plinth. Sculpted in 1958-9 by David McFall RA. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Fountain on the Green at Barnardo's
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Fountain, late C19, restored 2005. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Lodge and Boundary Walls to Barnardo's
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Lodge and boundary walls to Barnardo's Girls' Village Home, 1901, by RH Hill (FRIBA). Later alterations including replica iron railings and gates.
Cairns Cottage at Barnardo's
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Semi-detached cottage home, 1887, by Ebenezer Gregg. Later alterations. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Wanstead War Memorial
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First World War memorial designed by Newbury Abbot Trent, unveiled 1922. Read the official list entry to find out more.
The tomb of Vice-Admiral Robert Plampin
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Churchyard memorial tomb of Vice-admiral Robert Plampin c1834. Designer unknown. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Redbridge through time
This timeline shows the first period of use for buildings and places on the National Heritage List for England, just one of the details recorded for every list entry. Click around to see how Redbridge changes over time.
Medieval AD 1066 to AD 1540
This period, sometimes known as the Middle Ages, began with the Norman invasion in AD 1066. It saw a significant rise in military and defensive buildings such as castles and earthworks, as well as religious houses dominating a largely agricultural landscape.
The monarchy and Church dominated the period, which also saw the break with the Roman Catholic Church and the English reformation.
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Post medieval AD 1540 to AD 1901
The Post-Medieval period brought seismic changes to life in England, with religious reformation leading to the democratization of worship and the destruction of hundreds of religious houses.
In parallel, there was a huge expansion of scientific study and enlightenment that permanently altered the nation's social structure and landscape. Industrialization and mass production lead to wider global trade, emigration, and immigration.
20th century AD 1901 to AD 2000
The 20th century saw an incredible expansion of England's transport networks, with suburban growth shadowing rapid infrastructural expansion. The establishment of state schools, hospitals, and modern technical colleges, with new architectural styles, radically changed the appearance of towns and cities.
Two catastrophic world wars and the 1918 pandemic also brought unprecedented change, altering England's built environment and social structures forever.
Medieval AD 1066 to AD 1540
This period, sometimes known as the Middle Ages, began with the Norman invasion in AD 1066. It saw a significant rise in military and defensive buildings such as castles and earthworks, as well as religious houses dominating a largely agricultural landscape.
The monarchy and Church dominated the period, which also saw the break with the Roman Catholic Church and the English reformation.
We don't have an image for any of these list entries yet
Post medieval AD 1540 to AD 1901
The Post-Medieval period brought seismic changes to life in England, with religious reformation leading to the democratization of worship and the destruction of hundreds of religious houses.
In parallel, there was a huge expansion of scientific study and enlightenment that permanently altered the nation's social structure and landscape. Industrialization and mass production lead to wider global trade, emigration, and immigration.
20th century AD 1901 to AD 2000
The 20th century saw an incredible expansion of England's transport networks, with suburban growth shadowing rapid infrastructural expansion. The establishment of state schools, hospitals, and modern technical colleges, with new architectural styles, radically changed the appearance of towns and cities.
Two catastrophic world wars and the 1918 pandemic also brought unprecedented change, altering England's built environment and social structures forever.
Aerial photos of Redbridge
Aerial photography helps reveal secrets of England's changing landscapes that are impossible to see from the ground.
Ilford
Ilford railway station and environs, Ilford, 1928
Ilford
The town centre, Ilford, 1933
Ilford
The King George Hospital and Memorial Park, Ilford, 1931
Aldborough Hatch
The King George Hospital, Memorial Park and environs, Aldborough Hatch, 1935
Loxford
Howards and Sons Ltd Uphall Chemical Works, Loxford, 1935
Loxford
The River Roding, Howards and Sons Uphall Chemical Works and adjacent residential streets, Loxford, 1947
Leytonstone
The H. W. Nevill Ltd Bakery off Harrow Road, Leytonstone, 1951
Leytonstone
The H. W. Nevill Ltd Bakery off Harrow Road, Leytonstone, 1951
Ilford
High Road and environs, Ilford, 1930
Ilford
High Road, Havelock Street and environs, Ilford, 1930
Redbridge in the Historic England Archive
The Historic England Archive cares for over 15 million images, dating from the 1850s to the present day. Discover stunning images of Redbridge's past.
John Laing Collection
Wanstead, Redbridge, Greater London Authority
Date created: 13 Dec 1984
The living room in one of the retirement flats at Oak Lodge
Nigel Temple Collection of Postcards of Parks and Gardens
Redbridge, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1900 - 1920
GENERAL VIEW OF PEOPLE SAT NEAR CLOCK TOWER. SEVERAL WOMEN ARE ACCOMPANIED BY CHILDREN AND PERAMBULATORS
John Laing Collection
Wanstead, Redbridge, Greater London Authority
Date created: 13 Dec 1984
A bedroom in one of the retirement flats at Oak Lodge
Nigel Temple Collection of Postcards of Parks and Gardens
Redbridge, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1902 - 1907
GENERAL VIEW SHOWING THE LAKE
John Laing Collection
Wanstead, Redbridge, Greater London Authority
Date created: 13 Dec 1984
A group of people in conversation outside the entrance to Oak Lodge retirement flats
Nigel Temple Collection of Postcards of Parks and Gardens
Redbridge, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1902 - 1907
VIEW BESIDE THE LAKE
Nigel Temple Collection of Postcards of Parks and Gardens
Redbridge, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1900 - 1904
VIEW SHOWING THE CASCADE
Nigel Temple Collection of Postcards of Parks and Gardens
Redbridge, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1900 - 1904
VIEW BESIDE THE RUSTIC BRIDGE
Nigel Temple Collection of Postcards of Parks and Gardens
Wanstead Park, Redbridge, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1900 - 1930
GENERAL VIEW LOOKING ACROSS THE LAKE TOWARDS THE GROTTO
Nigel Temple Collection of Postcards of Parks and Gardens
Wanstead Park, Redbridge, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1907 - 1912
GENERAL VIEW LOOKING ACROSS THE LAKE TOWARDS THE GROTTO
Nigel Temple Collection of Postcards of Parks and Gardens
Wanstead, Redbridge, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1900 - 1912
GENERAL VIEW SHOWING THE OLD BOATING LAKE
Nigel Temple Collection of Postcards of Parks and Gardens
Bushwood, Redbridge, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1903 - 1908
GENERAL EXTERIOR VIEW LOOKING TOWARDS KEEPERS LODGE WITH WATER FOUNTAIN IN FOREGROUND
Stories about heritage in your local area
Historic England publishes news, blogs, research, videos, and podcasts celebrating England's rich heritage. Discover the stories we have about Redbridge.
5 Listed Pub Signs in England
Mentions The Doctor Johnson Public House With Linked Lester and CO Estate Agents, Formerly Off-sales, and Including Pub Sign
Take a look at these historic calling cards for pubs and inns across England.
Amazing Architecture on the Underground
Mentions Newbury Park Station Bus Shelter
London Underground has a history of thoughtful and thorough design and detail
9 Historic Sites Recognised to Celebrate the Festival of Britain’s 70th Anniversary
Mentions Newbury Park Station Bus Shelter, Redbridge
Historic sites relisted or upgraded to reflect their important links with the Festival.
Public Asked to Chronicle the Nation’s Missing History
Mentions Anti Air War Memorial
The nation's list of historic buildings and places is now open to public contributions for the first time ever.
British Library Listed at Grade I
Mentions Redbridge
The British Library and seven local libraries across England are being listed as the best examples of public libraries of the later 20th century.
Redbridge's social history through photos
Over 10,000 images from the Historic England Archive have been specially selected and re-captioned for teachers, students, and anyone who wants to learn more about their local area.
Newbury Park Station Bus Shelter, Ilford, Greater London
Period: 1930s (1930 - 1938)
Newbury Park Station Bus Shelter was designed by Oliver Hill in 1937 but it was not built until after the war.
Newbury Park Station Bus Shelter, Ilford, Greater London
New casualty evacuation train, Goodmayes Station, Redbridge, Greater London
Period: World War Two (1939 - 1945)
The dedication of a new casualty evacuation train by the Bishop of Chelmsford at Goodmayes Station.
New casualty evacuation train, Goodmayes Station, Redbridge, Greater London
Merchant Seamens Orphan Asylum, Hermon Hill, Wanstead, London
Period: Victorian (1837 - 1901)
General view of the Merchant Seamen's Orphan Asylum from the driveway.
Merchant Seamens Orphan Asylum, Hermon Hill, Wanstead, London
Homes of Rest, Golfe Road, Clementswood, Greater London
Period: Edwardian (1902 - 1913)
This rest home was built in 1910 to designs by Arthur C. Russell of 13 Basinghall Street.
Homes of Rest, Golfe Road, Clementswood, Greater London
Former Merchant Seamen's Orphan Asylum, Wanstead, Greater London
Period: Victorian (1837 - 1901)
This former Merchant Seamen's Orphan Asylum and chapel opened in 1863. It was designed by George Somers Clarke in a Gothic style.
Former Merchant Seamen's Orphan Asylum, Wanstead, Greater London
Former Infant Orphan Asylum, Wanstead, Greater London
Period: Victorian (1837 - 1901)
This building was originally built as the Infant Orphan Asylum in 1841-3.
Former Infant Orphan Asylum, Wanstead, Greater London
Dr Barnardos Home, Barkingside, Hainault And Fulwell, Greater London
Period: Victorian (1837 - 1901)
A view showing part of the house and gardens with children having tea on the lawn.
Dr Barnardos Home, Barkingside, Hainault And Fulwell, Greater London
Dr Barnardo's Memorial, Horns Road, Ilford, Greater London
Period: Edwardian (1902 - 1913)
This memorial to Dr Thomas Barnardo was built in 1908. It is in the grounds of the Dr Barnardo's Village Home.
Dr Barnardo's Memorial, Horns Road, Ilford, Greater London
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