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Jacob's Well

In or near Lambourne.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly👪 Family-friendly

Jacob's Well — a place in London, United Kingdom.

Daisies alongside The Long Water in Valentines Park - geograph.org.uk - 7774811

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Gants Hill · 0.5 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

About

Jacob's Well is a place located in London, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Official information

Jacob's Well features historic walled gardens that include a Victorian rose garden, an Old English garden, and a tranquil kitchen garden. Visitors can enjoy a peaceful stroll and explore the unique features of the gardens.

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Epping Forest SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Jacob's Well is a historical site located in London. It is known for its association with local folklore and is designated as a site of interest.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.5728, 0.0690
District
Redbridge
Parish
Redbridge, unparished area
Postcode
IG2 6DQ
Parliamentary constituency
Ilford North
Phone
020 8708 8100
Nearest railway station
Gants Hill — 0.5 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Jacob's Well?
Jacob's Well is in London, United Kingdom (postcode IG2 6DQ), in the parish of Redbridge, unparished area.
What is Jacob's Well?
Jacob's Well — a place in London, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Jacob's Well?
The nearest railway station is Gants Hill, about 0.5 km away. The nearest town is Lambourne. Drivers can use postcode IG2 6DQ.
Is Jacob's Well a protected site?
Yes — Jacob's Well is part of the Epping Forest SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Is Jacob's Well free to visit?
Yes, Jacob's Well is free to enter.
How do I get to Jacob's Well?
The nearest railway station is Gants Hill, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IG2 6DQ.