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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › RomfordRomford - Wikipedia

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   Romford in 1851. The town developed in the Middle Ages on the main road to London and the regionally significant Romford Market was established in 1247. [3] The original site of the town was to the south, in an area still known as Oldchurch.

2. www.british-history.ac.uk › vch › essexRomford: Introduction - British History Online

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   Sep 27, 2024 · A much larger development was undertaken in 1851 by the National Freehold Land Society, which had acquired the manor of Stewards, comprising some 200 a. on the east side of South Street, near Romford station.

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4. www.francisfrith.com › romford › historyRead about the history of Romford and see specially selected ...

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   The construction of ring roads and the pedestrianisation of South Street and other areas of the town centre, together with the building of huge shopping precincts and superstores, has all but erased the atmosphere of what was essentially a country market town.

5. www.eastlondonhistory.co.uk › the-history-ofRomford History: From Ancient Times to the Modern Day

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   Mar 24, 2023 · In this blog post, we will explore some critical aspects of Romford’s history, such as the brewery, the market, the people, the buildings, and the impact of World War II and modern times. The Origins of Romford. Romford was first recorded in 1177 as Romfort, which means “the wide or spacious ford” in Old English.

6. www.rosindell.com › history-romfordHistory of Romford | Andrew Rosindell M.P.

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   Romford endured significant damage during the Second World War, leading to post-war reconstruction and suburban growth in the 20th century. The town evolved into a commercial, retail, entertainment, and leisure hub, hosting cultural events, parks, and sporting activities.

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   Aug 17, 2017 · Romford was particularly known for its collieries (hence Colliers Row) — and thanks to all the charcoal, it became the 'life drawing capital of the UK'.

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   What is Romford known for?

   • It has a rich and varied history, dating back to the Middle Ages when it was a small market town on the main road to London. In this blog post, we will explore some critical aspects of Romford’s history, such as the brewery, the market, the people, the buildings, and the impact of World War II and modern times.

   Romford History: From Ancient Times to the Modern Day

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   How did Romford develop?

   • Communications played an important part in its development; the main road to London was maintained by the Middlesex and Essex Turnpike Trust from 1721 and Romford became a coaching town in the 18th century. Several failed attempts were made in the early 19th century to connect the town to the Thames via a Romford Canal.

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   How has Romford changed over the last 30 years?

   • Romford has changed dramatically over the last 30 years. The construction of ring roads and the pedestrianisation of South Street and other areas of the town centre, together with the building of huge shopping precincts and superstores, has all but erased the atmosphere of what was essentially a country market town.

   The history of Romford and specially selected photographs

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   What was Romford like in the 20th century?

   • Until the 20th century Romford remained a small country town. In c. 1618 the urban area was confined to the market-place, High Street, the east end of London Road, and the south end of Woolford (now North) Street. (fn. 23) There were hamlets fringing the commons at Collier Row and Noak Hill, and on the main road at Hare Street (now Gidea Park).

   Romford: Introduction - British History Online

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   How did Romford get to London?

   • Romford had become a commuter town with frequent trains to London from Gidea Park and Romford, and from Upminster, Hornchurch and Elm Park. There was also a profusion of frequent bus routes linking residential areas with places of work and shopping centres.

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   Why is Romford called Romford?

   • Romford was first recorded in 1177 as Romfort, which means “the wide or spacious ford” in Old English. The name refers to a crossing point over the River Rom, also known as the Beam. The river was a natural boundary between Essex and Middlesex, and the ford was probably located on the main London to Colchester road.

   Romford History: From Ancient Times to the Modern Day

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9. www.british-history.ac.uk › vch › essexRomford: Economic history - British History Online

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   Oct 3, 2024 · The railway, besides maintaining the importance of the town as a commercial centre, stimulated the growth of industry, notably Ind, Coope's brewery. During the present century Romford has become a shopping centre for a populous suburban area, with new light industries developing on the outskirts near the main roads.