East Ham, Residential district in Newham, England.
East Ham is a residential area in the eastern part of the London Borough of Newham, spreading on both sides of High Street North. Rows of brick houses from the late 19th and early 20th centuries line the streets, interrupted by green spaces such as Central Park and Plashet Park.
The place grew from a rural village in Essex, first mentioned as Esthamme in 958, into a suburb during the 19th century. The arrival of the railway transformed the landscape and drew industry and workers to the area.
The diversity of religious communities appears in places of worship along main roads, where houses of prayer from different faiths stand side by side. Local markets and shops offer goods from several continents, reflecting the cultural makeup of residents.
The Underground station links the area to central London in about half an hour via the District and Hammersmith & City lines. Park areas suit walks and offer rest between residential streets.
St. Mary's Church ranks among the oldest parish churches in London and stands amid modern places of worship. A battalion memorial on the High Street recalls local soldiers who served in the First World War.
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