

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Discovering Ilford: Medieval Roots, Valentines Park & Historic Mansion
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 23 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Mon, 23 Mar, 2026 at 04:30 pm
- **Event Description**: A cultural experience in Ilford: medieval roots, multicultural streets, Valentines Park &amp; Mansion, stories, history &amp; hidden A cultural experience in Ilford: medieval roots, multicultural streets, Valentines Park &amp; Mansion, stories, history &amp; hidden gems.

Tickets on Eventbrite at https://shorturl.at/2L0ca

Join us for a thoughtfully curated cultural vist to Ilford, exploring its rich history, urban transformation, and hidden architectural gems. This is a premium, immersive experience designed to highlight both the medieval and Victorian layers of the area, with a relaxed, engaging pace.

Route &amp; Highlights:
- Start: Ilford Station (outside main entrance)
- St Mary &amp; St Thomas of Canterbury Church &amp; Historic Almshouses — explore this historic complex; optional entry if the church is open
- High Street — see the urban transformation and shifting identity of Ilford
- Ethnic shops &amp; street market commentary — experience the living, contemporary multicultural heart of the town
- Redbridge Town Hall — admire the civic pride and architectural statement of the area
- Shirdi Sai Temple — a small but symbolically powerful stop on our walk
- Valentines Park — enjoy the landscaped features, including lake, pond, and mini river
- Gardener’s Cottage Café — short comfort/facilities stop
- Valentines Mansion finale — explore the architectural and social history (open until 5pm)

Optional post-event dinner: For anyone wishing to continue the conversation, we’ll suggest City Kitchen (North Indian) nearby — casual, optional, and social.

Duration: Approx. 3.5–4 hours

Contribution:
-£18 Early Bird
-£20 Standard
Your contribution supports the preparation, research, and hosting of this curated cultural programme.
Concessions: Please message us if needed — we aim to make this accessible to everyone.

Accessibility &amp; Notes:
-Comfortable walking shoes recommended
-Event runs rain or shine
-Toilets available at Gardener’s Cottage Café and Valentines Mansion
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ilford/discovering-ilford-medieval-roots-valentines-park-and-historic-mansion/200029810310953
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 6

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://shorturl.at/2L0ca?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=ilford-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Ilford
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Ilford railway station
- **lat**: 51.559116928813
- **long**: 0.06967306137085
- **full address**: Ilford railway station, Ilford, Redbridge, United Kingdom

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Talking and Exploring (https://allevents.in/org/talking-and-exploring/23500576)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Mon, 23 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Ilford railway station, Ilford, Redbridge, United Kingdom
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Talking and Exploring
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Discovering Ilford: Medieval Roots, Valentines Park & Historic Mansion ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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