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Latest news, sport, and things to do for Romford, Hornchurch, Havering and the surrounding London areas from the Romford Recorder.
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How Romford's oldest pub which once served Shakespeare was almost demolished
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (570+ words) One of Romford's oldest pubs - which reportedly sheltered William Shakespeare - came close to being bulldozed for a road widening scheme. The Golden Lion is a Grade II listed tavern on the corner of High Street and North Street that's absolutely…...
Family-run café in Upminster unveils new 'younger' look - leaving regulars 'shocked"
4+ day, 7+ hour ago (349+ words) A family-run café in Upminster has reopened after a major refurbishment which has left regulars "shocked". Sweet Rose Cakery, in St Mary's Lane, welcomed customers back on Monday (September 7) after a week-long closure for renovation works. Owners Julie and Wayne…...
Three pubs across Essex looking for new operators with 'investment planned' for two
1+ week, 2+ day ago (468+ words) The Crown is one of many pubs available to take over in Essex (Image: Stonegate Pub Partners) We have rounded up three pubs across Essex that are on the market looking for new operators - two of which have "investment planned…...
Highly-rated Upminster restaurant must demolish extension built 'without permission"
1+ week, 6+ day ago (263+ words) Find, save and share Public Notices that affect you in the Romford area. A canopy and extension allegedly built "without planning permission" at an Upminster restaurant have been ordered to be bulldozed. A formal enforcement notice has been issued by…...
'I tried Romford's newest dessert shop and left with a sugar rush I'd go back for"
2+ week, 2+ day ago (252+ words) Chocolate-dipped strawberries, creamy cheesecake and a mouth-watering mango punch are among the treats you can find at a new dessert shop in Romford. I tried RK Coffee & Desserts - Romford Shopping Hall's newest go-to for those with a sweet tooth - and…...
The five best-rated pubs in Havering to head to this bank holiday
2+ week, 2+ day ago (375+ words) If you need any more of an excuse to get down and support your local, the long weekend is perfect - whether or not it rains. Havering is also spoilt for choice when it comes to top-rated pubs, so we have…...
I ate at one of Hornchurch's top rated restaurants and I don't have a bad word to say
3+ week, 2+ day ago (488+ words) I visited one of Hornchurch's top rated restaurants for lunch and was left without a bad word to say about it. In mid-August I found myself in Hornchurch around lunchtime and after a quick Google search of the area's highest…...
AVA Steakhouse & Grill brings central London luxury to Romford
3+ week, 2+ day ago (662+ words) Quality is the focus of AVA Steakhouse & Grill. Whether that’s the ingredients, service or the chef’s and manager’s expertise, they are offering a premium experience at an affordable cost to its Romford customers. On the menu are premium cuts, which…...
This historic London pub hosts free folk music and sea shanty nights
3+ week, 2+ day ago (496+ words) Londoners can step inside a centuries-old Romford pub and join free folk music and sea shanty sessions. The Golden Lion, in High Street, has become a regular meeting place for musicians and singers keeping traditional folk music alive. The pub…...
'My takeaway was named the best in Essex again but we're only getting started"
3+ week, 4+ day ago (589+ words) The managing director of an Indian takeaway named the best in Essex says he is "incredibly proud" but "only getting started". Kaani Kaana, originally based in Chelmsford, took home the title at the England’s Business Awards 2026, announced on August 17. It…...