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Langthorne Park (also known as West Ham Union Workhouse, Langthorne Hospital)

Introduction

Langthorne Park was opened on 17 June 2000 and features a number of specially commissioned art features to enhance both the physical environment of the park as well as providing visual representations of the site's long history.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

The park is open from 9am - half hour before sunset.

Directions

Tube: Leyton (Central). Rail: Maryland. London Overground: Leytonstone High Road then bus. Bus: 257

Owners

LB Waltham Forest

Other Websites

Features & Designations

Designations

  • The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building

  • Reference: Workhouse building, chapel, gatehouse lodge
  • Grade: II
Key Information

Type

Park

Purpose

Recreational/sport

Principal Building

Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces

Survival

Extant

Hectares

1.89

Open to the public

Yes

References

Contributors

  • London Parks and Gardens Trust