East Ham South Travel Guide

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Greenway and Becton Alps. The Greenway (see TQ4082) with the Becton Alps on the right. These were constructed from a derelict waste heap to become a short-lived artificial ski slope.
Greenway and Becton Alps. The Greenway (see TQ4082) with the Becton Alps on the right. These were constructed from a derelict waste heap to become a short-lived artificial ski slope.
East Ham: The Greenway and the Northern Outfall Sewer The Greenway has been created as a linear footpath and cycleway along the top of the embankment of the Northern Outfall Sewer. The sewer was built between 1860 and 1865 under the direction of Joseph Bazalgette for the Metropolitan Commissioners for Sewers at a cost of £164,000, and was designed to remove sewage from North London to Beckton. By the 1850s the River Thames in central London was effectively an open sewer since sewage drained directly into it. The 'Great Stink' of 1855 caused Parliament and the Law Courts to seriously consider moving away from the river. The Metropolitan Board of Works was set up in 1855, with the construction of a sewage system as its primary task.
East Ham: Church of St Mary Magdalene, near to Beckton, Newham, Great Britain. There has reputedly been a church on this site since before the Norman Conquest of 1066 although the present church is thought to date from no earlier than the first half of the 12th century. The tower probably dates from the early 13th century, but has been much restored. The church suffered from bomb damage in 1941, including the loss of all of its stained glass windows. The churchyard covers an area of about 9.5 acres but has recently been closed for burials. Since 1977 most of the churchyard has been left as a nature reserve, managed by the London Borough of Newham as East Ham Nature Reserve, although this area around the church is maintained for worshippers and weddings. The flag of St George is fluttering from the flagstaff on the tower.

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Top hotels in East Ham South

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is Rp2.519.398 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
Rp2.519.398
Rp3.023.277 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,843 reviews)
Wonderful breakfast. Clean room.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is Rp1.948.479 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp1.948.479
Rp2.338.175 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,092 reviews)
All excellant and the staff were amazing

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 3 - Parking - Wifi

1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 3 - Parking - Wifi

3 out of 5
London England
Stay at this apartment in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Wembley Stadium and Marble Arch are located nearby.
1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 3 - Parking - Wifi
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road London England
The price is Rp2.449.415 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
Rp2.449.415
Rp2.939.298 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,434 reviews)
Great room and it has an amazing location! The room was very clean when we arrived, the staff were really nice and the breakfast is a great buffet option! Overall a great experience.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3 out of 5
38-51 Bedford Way London England
The price is Rp1.855.503 per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
Rp1.855.503
Rp2.226.603 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,975 reviews)
Friendly staff, good location

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Royal National Hotel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is Rp1.470.784 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
Rp1.470.784
Rp1.764.940 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,460 reviews)
All good but there is no windows)))

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
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Other neighbourhoods around East Ham South

Canary Wharf showing a bridge, a city and a river or creek

Canary Wharf

4/5(517 area reviews)

Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Museum of London Docklands and Thames River. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.

Canary Wharf
London showing street scenes and markets as well as a family

Shoreditch

4/5(72 area reviews)

Shoreditch High St and Brick Lane are top sights in Shoreditch, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Shoreditch High Street Overground Station or Old Street Underground Station to see more sights in the area.

Shoreditch
The City of London which includes a skyscraper, a city and modern architecture

The City of London

4.5/5(668 area reviews)

The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.

The City of London
London showing a bridge, a city and heritage architecture

Waterloo

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.

Waterloo
Kings Cross St. Pancras showing interior views and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

Kings Cross St. Pancras

Kings Cross St. Pancras is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like St Pancras Chambers and British Library. See more of London by jumping on the metro at King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station.

Kings Cross St. Pancras
London showing heritage elements, markets and signage

Covent Garden

The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

Covent Garden


East Ham South Travel Guide