About Barkingside
Barkingside is a Central line Zone 4 station on the Hainault loop, serving a quiet suburban area in the London Borough of Redbridge. The Barnardo's founder Thomas John Barnardo established the Village Home for Girls in Barkingside in 1876, and the original Victorian cottages and chapel still stand in the area -now the headquarters of Barnardo's.
Traveller Tips
- 1The Barnardo's Village (original Victorian charity cottages) is nearby -a heritage site
- 2Hainault Forest is accessible from further along the loop
- 3Quiet residential area -good for those seeking a peaceful base
- 4Fairlop is the next stop along the Hainault loop
Accessibility
-Wheelchair accessible
-Step-free access
✓Audio announcements
✓Visual displays
-Accessible toilets
✓Tactile guides
Frequently Asked Questions
QWhich line serves Barkingside?
Barkingside is served by the Central line on the Hainault loop.
QIs Barkingside step-free?
No, Barkingside does not have step-free access.
QWhat zone is Barkingside in?
Barkingside is in Zone 4.
QWhat is the Barnardo's connection to Barkingside?
Thomas Barnardo founded the Village Home for Girls in Barkingside in 1876. The original Victorian cottages and chapel survive and the site is now Barnardo's headquarters.
QWhich branch of the Central line is Barkingside on?
Barkingside is on the Hainault loop branch of the Central line.
QWhat is near Barkingside station?
The historic Barnardo's Village, Ilford town centre (by bus), and the Hainault loop stations are all accessible from Barkingside.
Station Location
Nearby Attractions
- Barnardo's Village
- Redbridge
- Hainault Forest (further along)