An affordable base outside London
Want easy access to central London without the cost of staying there? Gants Hill lies to the north east of the capital, just 2 miles from Ilford, away from the bustle of the city. There's a tube station here, so you can whiz around on the Central Line with ease, and be shopping on Oxford Street within 30 minutes. If you're travelling by car for a business meeting or event in Greater London, the North Circular is close by.
Feel the romance of Valentines Park
In your down time, enjoy a gentle stroll round the ornamental gardens, wetlands and flower meadows of this magnificent park, which stretches from Gants Hill to Ilford. Take a boat out on the lake, watch a game of cricket or spread out on the lawn with a picnic. Within the park lies Valentines Mansion and Gardens, a beautifully restored 300-year-old country house.
Party the night away
Put on your glad rags for a sizzling night on the tiles. Made famous by the TOWIE gang, Faces nightclub is the place to be seen if you're celebrating a birthday with friends. For more varied nightlife, head into London. From comedy clubs and West End shows to rooftop cocktail bars and cool bistros, it's got everything you could possibly want from a night out. Looking for accommodation in Gants Hill? Travelodge London Ilford Gants Hill Hotel is 5 minutes from the Tube. Travelodge London Ilford Hotel is also close by.