Situated in the North East corner of the City of London, Barking and Dagenham boarders Havering to the East, with the River Rom forming a boundry with it. The Thames runs Southwards, where the borough is bordered by Greenwich and Bexley.
Heathrow Airport is 39 miles to the west of Barking and Dagenham. This journey normally takes about 1 hour 45 minutes. However, the traffic in London is very unpredictable and it is best to leave more time than you believe nessesary, in order to ensure you arrive at your destination on time.
Areas of the Borough include; Barking, Becontree, Becontree Heath, Creekmouth, Dagenham and Rush Green.During the inter war period, 1918-1939 the borough underwent rapid expansion and prosperity when the Ford Motor Company moved there. many people where moved out of the slums in London's East End to live in the new area.Barking and Dagenham's population stands at 165,500 people, as of the 2001 census. It has a diverse community, including a large African population.
Parks and leisure areas include; Dagenham Corridor, Becon Valley, Chase Local nature reserve, Millenium Centre, St Peter and St Paul's Churchyard, Mayesbrook Park, Abbey Green.
Museaums featuring local history include; Eastbury Manour House, Valence House Museum.
Famous People who were born or have lived in the borough include; Ross Kemp (TV hard man turned award winning reporter on Gang culture), Billy Bragg (Singer), The Edge (Guitarist with U2).
We provide access to a large fleet of vehicle sizes and types. Regardless of your party size, luggage or special requirements, we can usually provide the perfect vehicle.
If you have any queries about vehicle suitability, please check our vehicle calculator.
Saloon Car: Ford Mondeo, VW Passat or similar. These can accommodate up to 3 passengers plus 3 standard suitcases (23kg max), or 4 passengers plus hand luggage. Ford Mondeo or VW Passat or similar.
Executive Car: E Class Mercedes or similar. These can accommodate up to 3 passengers plus 3 standard suitcases (23kg max), or 4 passengers plus hand luggage. E-Class Mercedes or similar.
Estate Car: Volvo Estate, VW Passat or similar. These can accommodate up to 4 passengers plus 4 standard suitcases (23kg max). Volvo Estate, VW Passat or similar.
People Carrier: VW Sharan, Ford Galaxy or similar. These can accommodate up to 5 passengers plus 5 standard suitcases (23kg max), or 6 passengers plus hand luggage. VW Sharan, Ford Galaxy or similar.
Executive People Carrier: Mercedes Viano or similar. These can accommodate up to 5 passengers plus 5 standard suitcases (23kg max), or 6 passengers plus hand luggage. Mercedes Viano or similar.
8 Seater Minibus: VW Transporter or similar. These can accommodate 8 passengers plus up to 8 standard suitcases (23kg max). VW Transporter or similar.
Borough's of London
Barking and Dagenham
HOTELS
Etap London Barking
Highbridge Road,
Barking,
Essex
IG11 7BA
Tel: 020 8507 8500
Ibis London East Barking
Highbridge Road,
Barking,
Essex
IG11 7BA
Tel: 020 8477 4100
Travelodge London Barking Hotel
Ripple Road,
Barking,
Essex
IG11 9PN
Hotel Tel: 0871 984 6416
Premier Inn
Whalebone Lane North,
Chadwell Heath,
Romford, Essex
RM6 6QU
Tel: 0870 9906450
Premier Inn
Ibis Hotel Barking
Highbridge Rd, Barking,
Essex IG11 7BA
Tel: 020 8477 4100
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