Plaistow Area Guide
A locals' guide to Plaistow
Where do Plaistow locals go?
Why not explore the nearby areas of
upton,
upton park,
west ham,
plashet,
stratford,
forest gate,
maryland,
manor park,
royal docks,
and bow
Did you know?
"Maryland is one of the few places to be named after its counterpart in the US, rather than the other way around. The land was bought by a merchant returning from Maryland in the colonies."
London Docklands are full of striking buildings and structures that dominate the skyline.
Michal Bocian
Full of life and great people, Bethnal Green can confidently lay claim to being the heart of London...
Chris Manderson
Factory and warehouse conversions in the east end of London make characterful homes.
Stuart Harris
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What locals say about Plaistow
“Cheap properties compared to the new developments of Stratford and Canning town, you don't need to live in a box if you find a nice terrace house in Plaistow. Best connections to work and shops!! Up and coming area. Great commuter links, super fast to get into Canary Wharf and the City. Uber home from Oxford street is only £20!”
Nick
“Good commuter links, shopping, pubs, restaurants.”
Chris
“Lots of money spent on the area in last 12-18 months with the upcoming Olympic stadium only a mile away. Lots of trendy apartment conversions and terrace houses with development potential at bargain prices for London, although prices probably won't stay at these prices for long as developments in Stratford can be expensive so people are looking a little further afield now. Transport is great in the area with Plaistow tube station and West Ham (now with DLR) and Stratford in under 10 minutes by bus. Black Lion pub on Greengate is a great, friendly typical East End pub, great beer garden and bar meals.”
Local resident
Activities near Plaistow
LDN Movements FC
Zippos Circus
Performance may include bright or flashing lighting, non-particle smoke effects, loud sound-effects Duration approx. two hours including an interval of approx. 15 mins. Light refreshments and circus souvenirs on sale We reserve the right to vary the content of the performance at any time. Doors generally open 30 - 45 minutes before show timeRead more
JOANovARC at the Cart & Horses
JOANovARC return to the Cart and Horses on the 21st August! Supported by Not Now Norman!
RNB Haus Drunch on Sundays with DJ Sean Late Dining & Bottomless Fun
Tired of the same old brunch routine? Visit Cococure Haus for a late-night escape into the world of Drunch - a unique blend of dinner and brunch vibes that will redefine your Sundays! From 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., immerse yourself in the joy of the Bottomless Hour. Choose between the refreshing cascade of rum punch or the sparkling charm of prosecco! Then, indulge in our specialty dish - Jerk or Suya Wings with Fries. It's the perfect fusion of flavors and spice that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Get your tickets now for a night filled with delicious dining, endless fun, and the perfect blend of Sunday night vibes!Read more
Lost Horizons Presents Robb Johnson
Robb Johnson is widely recognized as one of the UK's finest songwriters. An English original, (Robin Denselow, the Guardian) one of our best singer-songwriters ever (Mike Harding). He gigs in the UK, Belgium, Germany & the USA, & his songs are covered by many singers. In 2013 the release of a new, revised version of Gentle Men, Robb's family history of the First World War, recorded with Roy Bailey & Barb Jungr, again received unanimous critical acclaim a wonderful mixture of the political and personalA really moving piece of work (Billy Bragg, & a folk classic (The Guardian) A review of Robb's 2014 album Us & Them said Robb Johnson keeps folk music relevant & thought-provoking. Us & Them shows what can be created by one man & a guitar, (The Living Tradition), while the following year's band album, Here Goes Nothing, prompted the following review from R2: Within bars of the opening onslaught. It's evident that Robb is quite the kamikaze axe man. Support comes from South London based Singer/Songwriter Joe Wilkes. "There is a parallel universe to ours where Lady Gaga is a pub singer and Simon Cowell is a used car salesmen. In that same universe London singer/songwriter Joe Wilkes is a superstar, his records sell by the million. Meanwhile in this dimension (every now and then), Joe puts out a collection of new songs, no big fanfares, just real music, sung and played by a real musician.".Read more
Jd & Friends - Star Lane Pizza Bar
Buzzing to bring JD & Friends to London & what better place to do it than everyones favourite pizza bar for a day party on May 17th! Joining me are some good friends & top-notch selectas who are going to be dishing out some of the finest slices there are, expect house, garage and everything in between. These boys have certainly got a bit up their sleeve to show ya! Limited capacity, intimate vibes & great music.. whats not to love?? 2 - 10 PMRead more
Woodford/Wanstead Rock Choir
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Wanstead (Woodford) Rock Choir. The Wanstead (Woodford) Rock Choir is led by local singing teacher Nicola Cain. Rock Choir is unequalled in the opportunities we can offer our members - from performing at top music and arts venues like Wembley Arena and Eurodisney to raising money for some of the UKs best-loved charities such as Refuge, British Airways Flying Start and the Edinburgh and London Moonwalks. Appearing on national television and singing with celebrities like Deborah Stevens has been exciting and exhilarating, but Rock Choir members still know the importance of supporting our local community causes and events! If you find yourself racing through the week with no time for yourself, or struggling to meet new people in the area, then joining your local branch of Rock Choir could be just what you need. With our unique, no-pressure approach to teaching and fun, uplifting arrangements of your favorite hit songs Nicola will guide you through your weekly dose of music, fun and laughter. Here is a quote about our choir - 'It is what gets me through the week. Rock Choir is real and should be available on the NHS.' - Sue (Rock Choir Member) Rock Choir is a winner of the Red Ribbon 'Big Heart' Award [https://rockchoir.com/awards-achievements/]. and holds 1 former and 2 current Guinness World Records. The choir is also credited with single handedly starting the contemporary choir movement.Read more
About Plaistow
Plaistow (pronounced 'plah-stoh'; often mispronounced 'play-stoh' or 'pla-stoh') is a place in the London Borough of Newham in east London. Plaistow is a mainly residential area, including several council estates; the main road is the A112 - Plaistow Road, High Street, Broadway, Greengate Street and Prince Regent Lane. The historic Black Lion public house is said to have links to the 18th century highwayman Dick Turpin and was also frequented by West Ham United football (soccer) players such as Bobby Moore in the 1960s and 70s. Essex Lodge Doctor's Surgery on Greengate Street is believed to stand on the site of one of King Henry VIII's hunting lodges. Places of interest in the area include Plaistow Park and the East London Cemetery.
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