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Hornchurch Country Park (also known as RAF Hornchurch, Hornchurch Aerodrome)

Introduction

The airfield closed in 1962 but many remaining features can be seen along the Eastern Pathway. The area was re-landscaped as a country park in 1980 and is left to develop naturally; it is bordered to the east by the Ingrebourne River.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

Opening is unrestricted.

Directions

Tube: Hornchurch (District) then bus. Bus: 165, 365, 252, 256.

Owners

LB Havering

Features & Designations

Designations

  • Green Belt

  • Site of Nature Conservation Importance

Key Information

Type

Designed Urban Space

Purpose

Recreational/sport

Principal Building

Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces

Survival

Extant

Hectares

114

Open to the public

Yes

References

Contributors

  • London Parks and Gardens Trust