Gods Own Junkyard
Gods Own Junkyard
4.5
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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- Food and FunWales, United Kingdom62 contributionsJoyful!It’s truly an amazing space and feels like there is something new to notice on every visit. Well-worth the journey to Walthamstow for anyone visiting London. Really nice to place to have a few drinks and get creative with a camera. Would like a couple of craft beer options… the own-brand lager wasn’t good.Visited March 2024Traveled with friendsWritten March 17, 2024
- IvanGDeganwy, United Kingdom431 contributionsA Kaleidoscopic CollectionThis is an amazing place that’s worth the effort to visit. It’s a fairly straightforward walk from Walthamstow Central Station, taking about 15 minutes. It looks like nothing much from the outside, but open the door and you enter a stunning kaleidoscopic collection of neon signs and artwork. There’s a fab little cafe inside too. Best of all, it’s free! Phone photography is allowed but “proper” camera are prohibited. Highly recommended.Visited March 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten March 22, 2024
- Semaj Clinton30 contributionsCome for the neon, leave without eatingAn unassuming trading estate in NE London...open a door, and a shed full of an eclectic, fun, packed-to-the-rafters neon signs. A great place after a stroll to spend half an hour or more. But....warning....! Don't bother with tea and scones! They are served by teens who don't want to be there, and the scone was the worst we have had in a very long time, with jam and cream that have never seen a fruit, or a cow!Visited April 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten April 19, 2024
- lauramontague14 contributionsBest REAL cocktails in the area.beautiful venue but I really want to shout out the cocktails. Everywhere around there used disgusting pre-mix and made overly sweet, fake-tasting cocktails...then we came in here and I was made the most perfect margarita with FRESH limes, in the correct glass (unlike the other places we had tried!) and just the right amount of everything -inc copious salt. I was told 'these are made with love' and you could taste the difference a mile off. We will come here again for the drinks and homemade service. It makes such a difference to get something really nice for your money that's had a bit more time given to it so they taste like real drinks and not just boiled down sweets! LOVE this place. Great coffee too. Thanks to the ladies behind the bar Saturday who rescued my palate. Highly recommend.Visited May 2024Traveled with friendsWritten May 21, 2024
- Giselle BaptisteLondon, United Kingdom651 contributionsNeon Art ExperienceI went to this event for the lovely neon art experience with my friends. I love the fact is it's a free event to visit only on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and the food price is decent. I definitely recommend anybody that wants to go to free event for friends, family or solo, however it's a long walk from there to the nearest station which is Walthamstow Central - Victoria line zone 3.Visited October 2023Traveled with friendsWritten September 16, 2024
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therichastill
Stevenage, UK3,326 contributions
Jul 2021
God's Own Junkyard is an amazing place to visit if you are looking for something quirky. I found out about this place via Atlas Obscura and have been intending to check it out as soon as I could.
The best way to get to it is get the Victoria Line or Overground to Walthamstow Central. I used Google maps to get the final distance fom the station and it was a very pleasant walk through the village and past some lovely houses.
The Junkyard is located in an industrial area and there is a brewery, gin palace and street food stalls in the area. There is also a cafe in the junkyard doing food and drinks so well worth checking out during your visit.
There are some amazing pieces of neon artwork to admire and I would definitely suggest you buy some merch as it is free to visit the junkyard.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!
The best way to get to it is get the Victoria Line or Overground to Walthamstow Central. I used Google maps to get the final distance fom the station and it was a very pleasant walk through the village and past some lovely houses.
The Junkyard is located in an industrial area and there is a brewery, gin palace and street food stalls in the area. There is also a cafe in the junkyard doing food and drinks so well worth checking out during your visit.
There are some amazing pieces of neon artwork to admire and I would definitely suggest you buy some merch as it is free to visit the junkyard.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!
Written July 31, 2021
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Bhakti1980
London, UK112 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
This was my 2nd visit but this time with my family. I love visiting this place as you're always being amazed and in awe. There's so much to see in lights, all little details. Visiting God's Own Junkyard is a MUST when visiting E17! It has a lovely little cafe inside where you can sit down and take un all the beautiful signs and quirkiness of this place.
Written August 3, 2021
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Giselle Baptiste
London, UK651 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
I went to this event for the lovely neon art experience with my friends. I love the fact is it's a free event to visit only on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and the food price is decent. I definitely recommend anybody that wants to go to free event for friends, family or solo, however it's a long walk from there to the nearest station which is Walthamstow Central - Victoria line zone 3.
Written September 16, 2024
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lauramontague
London14 contributions
May 2024 • Friends
beautiful venue but I really want to shout out the cocktails. Everywhere around there used disgusting pre-mix and made overly sweet, fake-tasting cocktails...then we came in here and I was made the most perfect margarita with FRESH limes, in the correct glass (unlike the other places we had tried!) and just the right amount of everything -inc copious salt. I was told 'these are made with love' and you could taste the difference a mile off. We will come here again for the drinks and homemade service. It makes such a difference to get something really nice for your money that's had a bit more time given to it so they taste like real drinks and not just boiled down sweets! LOVE this place. Great coffee too. Thanks to the ladies behind the bar Saturday who rescued my palate. Highly recommend.
Written May 21, 2024
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IvanG
Deganwy, UK431 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
This is an amazing place that’s worth the effort to visit. It’s a fairly straightforward walk from Walthamstow Central Station, taking about 15 minutes. It looks like nothing much from the outside, but open the door and you enter a stunning kaleidoscopic collection of neon signs and artwork. There’s a fab little cafe inside too. Best of all, it’s free! Phone photography is allowed but “proper” camera are prohibited. Highly recommended.
Written March 22, 2024
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Linda A
London, UK76 contributions
Sep 2020
Showcasing neon signs, old and new with humour. Commisions invited and some pieces for sale. There is a small cafe inside plus a courtyard are too. Walthamstow itself is worth a visit with the contrasting village and general market
Written September 25, 2020
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Semaj Clinton
30 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
An unassuming trading estate in NE London...open a door, and a shed full of an eclectic, fun, packed-to-the-rafters neon signs.
A great place after a stroll to spend half an hour or more.
But....warning....! Don't bother with tea and scones! They are served by teens who don't want to be there, and the scone was the worst we have had in a very long time, with jam and cream that have never seen a fruit, or a cow!
A great place after a stroll to spend half an hour or more.
But....warning....! Don't bother with tea and scones! They are served by teens who don't want to be there, and the scone was the worst we have had in a very long time, with jam and cream that have never seen a fruit, or a cow!
Written April 19, 2024
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Step
United Kingdom44 contributions
Feb 2021
Very unique and hidden away, some great art pieces for sale and good value. A lovely place to visit, very relaxing and a good vibe. Sadly, has become super touristy and it's a small place meaning not enough space. Very sad as I loved visiting here.
Written September 25, 2021
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Food and Fun
Wales, UK62 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
It’s truly an amazing space and feels like there is something new to notice on every visit. Well-worth the journey to Walthamstow for anyone visiting London.
Really nice to place to have a few drinks and get creative with a camera. Would like a couple of craft beer options… the own-brand lager wasn’t good.
Really nice to place to have a few drinks and get creative with a camera. Would like a couple of craft beer options… the own-brand lager wasn’t good.
Written March 17, 2024
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Kris W
Bedford, UK13 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
A surprisingly obscure place to find, but worth every second of the time spent.
With food and licensed bar available, with awesome cake this place is a must see hidden gem. The most fantastic display of neon signs, historic signage and memorabilia. A great experience for all.
With food and licensed bar available, with awesome cake this place is a must see hidden gem. The most fantastic display of neon signs, historic signage and memorabilia. A great experience for all.
Written March 12, 2022
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Written August 27, 2020
Ciao a tutti! Considerando il fatto di non poterci stare molto per mancanza di tempo, secondo voi (escludendo il tempo del viaggio per raggiungere Il God's Own Junkyard) un'ora all'interno di questo affascinante posto può bastare?
Grazie mille
Veronica
Written October 22, 2019
Yes an hour is enough, if you want food and drinks then longer
Written October 27, 2019
Is it a safe area to walk from the Walthamstow tube station to the junkyard?
Written September 6, 2019
It’s a lovely walk through Walthamstow village which is near the station and very safe particularly during the day. Everyone will smile and probably say hello to you!
Written September 10, 2019
The entry is free. There’s a cafe inside for snacks too. Hope that helps.
Written July 20, 2019
Are the neon signs for sale
Written April 28, 2019
Yes some of them are at various prices. You need to speak to them at the till
Written April 28, 2019
Anyone visited on a Friday, is there plenty of parking? Lots of reviews say plenty of parking but just wonder as it’s an industrial estate if that’s Saturday/Sunday.
Thanks in advance 😃
Written March 26, 2019
The parking spaces are clearly signalled as only for residents and there are many enforcement cameras, be cautious. Is better to park on the streets close to the entrance and go walking.
Written September 8, 2019
Renata, God's Own Junkyard is definitely worth it, if you have to be in the neighbourhood. I wouldn't go all the way to Walthamstow just for this but if you're there anyway, don't hesitate to stop by!
Written March 25, 2019
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