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You may like the prices at this top lodging option in the surrounding area, which gets positive reviews from our travellers: Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge - 9 mi (14.5 km) from the heart of Ilford. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of London (QQK-King’s Cross Train Station). Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Ilford is 694 mm.

Generally, Ilford is known for its forests, parks and golf. Major attractions include O2 Arena, Tower of London and London Eye. Get out into nature with places such as South Park, Fairlop Waters Country Park and Hainault Forest Country Park. Cultural attractions include Kenneth More Theatre, Redbridge Museum and The British Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in Ilford in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is London (LCY-London City), 3.9 mi (6.3 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Heathrow Airport (LHR), located 23.2 mi (37.3 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. Take advantage of metro transport at Gants Hill Underground Station, Newbury Park Station and Redbridge Underground Station. To see more of the area, hop on a train at Ilford Station, Seven Kings Station or Goodmayes Station.