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- Romford’s most distinctive feature is its market, established in 1247 by King Henry III. The market was granted a charter that allowed it to be held every Wednesday throughout the year. The market soon became one of Essex’s most essential and prosperous, attracting traders and customers from afar.
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- The Origins of Romford
- The Market Town
- The Features and Attractions of Romford Market
- The Brewery
- The People and Buildings
- World War II and Modern Times
- Conclusion
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. The original site of Romford was...
Romford’s most distinctive feature is its market, established in 1247 by King Henry III. The market was granted a charter that allowed it to be held every Wednesday throughout the year. The market soon became one of Essex’s most essential and prosperous, attracting traders and customers from afar. The market was initially held in the open space bet...
The market underwent several physical changes over time as well. In 1885, a new market house was built at the western end of the market, replacing the old courthouse demolished in 1849. In 1907, a clock tower was erected on top of the market house to commemorate the jubilee of Queen Victoria. In 1929, a new slaughterhouse was built near Eastern Roa...
One of the most prominent features of Romford’s history is its brewery, founded in 1708 by Benjamin Wilson as an extension to the Star Inn on the High Street. The brewery took advantage of the River Rom’s water supply and the proximity to the main road and the railway station. In 1799, the brewery was bought by Edward Ind and John Grosvenor, who fo...
Romford has been home to many notable people and buildings throughout its history. Some of the famous residents include: 1. William Derham (1657-1735) was a clergyman and natural philosopher who was the rector of St Edward’s Church and made astronomical observations from Upminster Hall. He published books on physics, meteorology and theology. 2. Sa...
Romford suffered greatly during World War II, as the Luftwaffe bombed itseveral times due to its proximity to London and industrial importance. Many buildings were damaged or destroyed, including St Edward’s Church, which was hit by a V1 flying bomb in 1944. Over 1,000 people were killed or injured by enemy action in Romford during the war. After t...
Romford is a town that has a lot to offer to anyone who lives or visits there. It has a long and fascinating history spanning from Roman to modern times. It has a vibrant and dynamic market has been at the heart of its economy for centuries. It has proud and resilient people who have shaped its identity and culture. And it has a lively and attracti...
London. 51°34′36″N 0°10′48″E / 51.5768°N 0.1801°E / 51.5768; 0.1801. Romford is a large town in East London, England, 14 miles (23 km) northeast of Charing Cross. Part of the London Borough of Havering, the town is one of the major metropolitan centres of Greater London identified in the London Plan.
Aug 17, 2017 · Time to romp towards Romford, via Raphael Park — a thin, boot-shaped park that, on Google Maps, reminds us of a knock-off Italy. Dominated by Black's Lake, this would be a pleasant distraction ...
- Will Noble
Sep 27, 2024 · Romford, or 'Romford side', was a chapelry of the ancient parish of Hornchurch, containing five wards: town, Harold Wood, Collier Row, Noak Hill, and Havering. (fn. 2) It remained subject to Hornchurch for church purposes until the 19th century, but for civil purposes was virtually independent by the 16th century.
Oct 12, 2021 · Return to Romford – the changing face of an Essex market town. Two months ago I wrote that in mid-August I made a return visit to Romford, the Essex town I grew up in, to see how the market and adjacent streets had changed.
Feb 23, 2014 · Romford Market went through a bad patch after 1885, when the railway (now the District Line) reached Hornchurch and Upminster, whose poorer residents started shopping at Barking.
