Plaistow, Greater London

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Plaistow, Greater London, is largely a residential area that consists of many council estates. It is in the London Borough of Newham and in the ceremonial county of Greater London.

The Plaistow Park, previously called Balaam Street Recreation Ground) is an area that contributes significantly to the life and vibrancy of Plaistow, with more than 9 acres of beautiful grounds that are a haven for residents of Plaistow. There is the Memorial Park too which is 10 acres large and follows through into the historical East London Cemetery. Plaistow has several other smaller parks too that residents love to visit.

Plaistow has an active sporting community, which is evidenced by the number of sporting clubs for different sports. There is the 59 club, which is a motorcycle club and can claim to be one of the largest such clubs in the world. There is the boxing club, called the West Ham Boys Amateur Boxing Club. There is also the runners club called the East End Road Runners which distinguished itself in 2011 by being the recipient of the London Development Club of the Year. There is also a track and field athletics club called the Newham and Essex Beagles. The Terence McMillan Stadium plays host to this club. The Newham Leisure Center is also a place where people congregate to share their passions in sports and other hobbies.
Plaistow has churches that are historical, from the St. Andrew’s Church built in the late 19th century to the Memorial Baptist Church, built in the early 20th century. Plaistow is home to several grade II listed buildings, from the Memorial Baptist Church building to the Greengate house, which was built in the early 20th century as a building for the YMCA. This was modernized and converted into an apartment building after being used briefly as the building for an art college.

Plaistow has largely residential apartment buildings and houses which are interminably mixed with shopping malls and restaurants. It is a homely and comfortable town with all major amenities being at a walking distance. The presence of an efficient and safe cycle/pedestrian path which is called The Greenway encourages more and more people to ditch their cars and take the eco-friendly mode of travel.

Plaistow is the place where UK’s first African and licensed radio station was established. Called the Voice of Africa Radio, broadcasts over both the internet and radio in multiple languages.

If you have loved ones, whether friends or family here and have an upcoming special occasion that you want to make even more special, why not send flowers to Plaistow, Greater London? We have an incredible array of exotic and classic flowers that area arranged into stunning bouquets. Your flowers can be sent within 24 hours to the address of your choice. Whether the occasion is a Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, anniversary or birthday, you can always rely on Clare Florist for all your Plaistow flower delivery needs.

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