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Where Spitfires defended London in the Battle of Britain — Hornchurch's RAF heritage on the Country Park, the Queen's Theatre, and the Emerson Park character make it one of East London's most historically significant and characterful outer suburbs

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RAF Hornchurch (the Battle of Britain sector station that defended London), the Queen's Theatre, the Emerson Park area, and a historically significant East London suburb

A little history

RAF Hornchurch was one of the most important Battle of Britain sector stations — its Spitfires defended London in 1940. The airfield closed in 1962 but its history is celebrated locally. The Queen's Theatre is a well-regarded producing theatre. The suburb retains a distinct character with Emerson Park being particularly prosperous.

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The Hornchurch Country Park on the former airfield site commemorates the Battle of Britain heritage. The Queen's Theatre for excellent local productions. Emerson Park for the leafy suburban character.

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Food & drink in Hornchurch

Hornchurch has good independent cafes and restaurants. The high street has improving independent food. The diverse community supports good local food.

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Hornchurch serves a local suburban catchment. Independent businesses serve the community. The Queen's Theatre brings cultural visitors.

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