Welcome to Woodford Green
Just 20 minutes from Liverpool Street, you’d swear you were in a small country town wandering through Woodford Green. It’s a scenic haven of serenity, complete with cricket green and old-timey pubs. With high-rated Ofsted schools and plenty of open space, it’s the perfect spot for young families … and couples with a glint in their eyes.
Our Local Guide:
Woodford Green
In case you hadn’t already picked up on the clues in the name, Woodford Green is a charming sanctuary of leafy loveliness within a short hop of Central London. Yes, you read that right – duck ponds, cricket greens and quaint pubs… all just 30-ish minutes from Oxford Circus. No wonder savvy families have been making the area home for a while now – the area’s excellent schools are just the icing on the cake.
Thanks to its close proximity to Epping Forest, visitors head to Woodford Green for scenic walks, and then refuel at one of the area’s cosy traditional pubs such as the Travellers Friend or The Cricketers. There’s also a lively food scene, but just low key enough to ensure the neighbourhood has a close-knit, villagey vibe.
A word from our Woodford Green area expert…
For those of you who aren’t familiar with Woodford Green, a drive or walk around the area will quickly give you an idea of what a fantastic place it is. But here’s a bit of insider insight.
I first got to know Woodford Green through its fantastic food, drink and nightlife. There’s a great mix of places to suit all tastes and I’ve enjoyed trying plenty of them! But the more time I’ve spent here, the more I’ve discovered what else makes it special.
The local open spaces really put the ‘green’ into Woodford Green. And with Epping Forest so close by, it’s easy to transition from a buzzy urban feel into one of the south east’s richest green spaces.
You don’t have to be a keen cyclist like me to enjoy the outdoors on our doorstep. If I’m not spending a Sunday gravel riding, you might find me foraging for wild mushrooms or admiring the beautiful old trees in the forest.
Properties in the area are varied, from Victorian and Edwardian houses through to 1920s/1930s and more recent builds. There’s also a variety of property types, from compact starter homes to larger semi-detached and detached family homes. And for buyers with children (or thinking about them) there’s a mix of really good schools in the area, including comprehensive, private and grammar schools.
And if you want to get away, the transport links make it easy. The Central line can get you into central London in 20 minutes, and there’s easy access by car to the A12, A406 and M11. But given what’s available to you here, you won’t want to stay away for long
Kenan Krkic
E18 Assistant Branch Manager
Woodford Green
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Places + Wonders
Italian, Turkish, Indian, posh fish n’ chips, the buzzy food and drink scene in Woodford Green has most cuisines you can think of covered. We’ve sampled the best ones for you.
Woodford Rugby Club
This vibrant grass roots rugby club, which runs teams from minis, offers a great family atmosphere, as well as a clubhouse for all kinds of social occasions and private hire.
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Woodford Green CC
This picturesque club is one of the oldest in England, with cricket played on the green since 1735. Nowadays it’s a relaxing place for spectators and players alike.
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Ashtons Playing Fields
On your marks, get set, go! This athletic facility with an eight lane track, long jump pits and javelin and shot put areas is the place to work towards your Olympian dream, especially as it was awarded an £1.6 million upgrade in 2019.
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Woodford Golf Course
Even if golfing isn’t your cup of tee, this beautifully designed 9-hole course, which was created in 1890, is open to the public, making it a lovely, peaceful spot for walking.
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Roding River
Adjacent to Ray Park, the Roding River provides a lovely green stretch for a stroll, either north towards Buckhurst Hill or south to Wanstead Park As the trail is mainly on traffic-free paths, it’s great for bikes too.
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Epping Forest
With 8,000 acres of green space to explore, Epping Forest provides the perfect day out for nature lovers. It’s easily reached from Chingford station – the Epping Forest Visitor Centre is less than a ten minute walk away.
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The Broadway Fish House
This isn’t just your regular chippy (unless it is your regular chippy, in which case, lucky you), The Broadway Fish House offers the fresh, just-caught seafood delivered daily, as well as an extensive wine menu.
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Mezze Ocakbasi
With its small plates menu, you’ve got the perfect excuse to over-order at this Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant. Luckily it’s also affordable, which makes it a great spot for social gatherings (the lively atmosphere is testament to this).
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Temple
Temple’s fusion dishes from India, Bangladesh and Nepal will all have your mouthwatering, but the chef’s recommendations like the lamb chop masala are top choices if you struggle to make a decision. Delicious. The restaurant’s interior is great too.
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Rosso Restaurant
Can’t decide whether to go for a roast or have an Italian on a Sunday? Do both at Rosso Restaurant. The lively eatery knows how to please its customers, especially on Sundays when the menu includes the likes of Italian shepherd’s pie.
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Pizzeria Bel Sit
No matter what the weather’s like outside, the friendly little Italian is just the place to sit stuffing yourself full of calamari, pizza and tiramisu while pretending you’re in Naples.
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Sir James Hawkey Hall
This iconic venue has been hosting events since Winston Churchill first opened its doors in 1955, and its annual pantomimes have become a Redbridge institution (oh yes they have!). Redbridge Drama Centre is a local hub for creating, performing and watching theatre for all ages.
Throughout the year, the centre offers a wide range of workshops, courses, and holiday activities. Its striking interiors make it a great choice for private hire.
The Woodford Wells Club
This private members' sports club was founded in 1865 and has been popular since thanks to its picturesque setting on the edge of Epping Forest and exceptional facilities where you can play everything from tennis to pickleball (look it up).
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Ray Lodge Park
This park boasts rolling green space to explore nature, as well as a great playground, two tennis courts, a full-sized football pitch and the adiZone, which houses outdoor gym equipment, basketball court, covered area, climbing wall and dance zone.
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Roding River
Adjacent to Ray Park, the Roding River provides a lovely green stretch for a stroll, either north towards Buckhurst Hill or south to Wanstead Park As the trail is mainly on traffic-free paths, it’s great for bikes too.
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Epping Forest
With 8,000 acres of green space to explore, Epping Forest provides the perfect day out for nature lovers. It’s easily reached from Chingford station – the Epping Forest Visitor Centre is less than a ten minute walk away.
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Railway Tavern
This friendly Greene King pub offers up an array of drinks, hearty pub grub and a warm welcome. Regular events like Tuesday quiz night bring the community together and make it a South Woodford institution.
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Seasons Bar
Lively yet intimate, Seasons Bar is a great spot to catch up with loved ones, friends and even friendly strangers. As well as awesome cocktails, it also has a pizza menu.
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The Travellers Friend
The Travellers Friend strikes the balance between being laid back enough to feel like a proper local pub, but eye-pleasing enough to make it a treat to visit. The menu is impressively veggie and vegan friendly too.
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The Cricketers
Traditional in the truest sense of the word (it’s been owned by the McMullen brewery since 1898), the Cricketers provides a quaint spot to have a pint and watch the world go by, either from the garden or by the friendly bar.
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Horse & Well
Thanks to its grand Georgian building, the Horse & Well has become a local landmark. Although it’s traditional in decor, the fact that the pub has Thai kitchen rather than regular grub gives it a fresh flavour.
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This Greene King pub keeps all types of customers happy with its well-stocked bar and extensive food menu. In the evening there’s a lively buzz, but it’s still laid back enough to feel like a proper locals pub.
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Woodford Green
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Features + Perks
Transport links
Take your pick… Woodford Green is walking distance to Woodford, South Woodford and Roding Valley London Underground stations. All on the Central line, Woodford to Liverpool Street takes about 20 minutes on the tube. Add another 10 mins for Oxford Circus.
Family friendly
With easy access to the culture of the capital, nature of Epping Forest and several high standard primary and secondary schools, no wonder Woodford Green is so popular with young families. Early adopters are sticking around too, which is always a good sign.
Great schools
There are plenty of well-regarded schools in the area, including Wells Primary School, St Antony’s Catholic Primary School and Woodford Green Primary School, as well as secondaries Woodford County High School for Girls and Woodbridge High School.
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