Directions
The Point at Eastbrooke Village joins a thriving community in Barking within the developing riverside district. This well-established locale boasts an abundance of local amenities within walking distance, plus terrific public transport links.
With Barking Riverside overground station and riverboat terminal less than a mile away, plus a 24-hour bus service within a five-minute walk, residents are well connected to the rest of the city.
This development will fall under the administration of London Borough of Barking and Dagenham.
Leisure
Residents benefit from purposeful green open spaces within the Barking Riverside redevelopment, including the Ripple and Beckton Creekside nature reserves nearby. Swan Lake Riverside Park and Creekmouth Open Space are both within walking distance, while the development itself boasts natural ponds and waterways.
Three popular chain gyms are within a 14-minute drive, and the Abbey Leisure Centre is two miles away - here, members have access to two swimming pools, a state-of-the-art gym, a spa, and fitness studios.
Barking presents local landmarks to explore, including Eastbury Manor House - two miles away. Set in stunning gardens, this house-turned-museum built in the 16th century offers an insight into the area's historic importance.
Cinemas, event venues, plus The Broadway Theatre offer a selection of entertainment to discover locally. Barking Park - a 16-minute drive away - is the centre of the community with a plethora of facilities to discover.
Transport
Barking Riverside is well connected to London via public transport, with its overground station - 18 minutes' walk away - the eastern terminus of the Suffragette Line. This overground service offers connections to major stops on London's tube network enabling fast travel throughout the city.
Residents can take advantage of their proximity to the Thames by boarding an Uber Boat at Barking Riverside Pier - a 20-minute walk away. This Thames Clippers ferry service provides regular journeys to 24 destinations along the river for efficient travel into central London.
Travelling locally is simple too, with residents just a short walk from a 24-hour bus service offering routes to and from Ilford and Little Heath.
London City Airport is a 17-minute drive away providing destinations and connections worldwide.
Education
George Carey Church of England Primary School and some of the Riverside School campus are within half a mile of the development, with the latter providing education for children from Reception right through to Sixth Form within excellent facilities.
Additional primary and secondary options can be found throughout Barking, with Thames View Junior School and Greatfields School just a seven- and nine-minute drive away, respectively.
Those seeking to pursue higher education will find the University of East London just a 16-minute drive away. With local transport connections linking residents to wider London, prospective students have a choice of some of the world's finest college institutions within a commutable distance.
Shopping
The nearest supermarket for residents is a seven-minute walk away from the development, ensuring everyday essentials are on hand. Gallions Reach is three miles away for more varied shopping, with the retail park hosting a popular supermarket plus clothing stores, charity shops, beauty retailers, and fast-food chains.
There are options for dining locally, with River Restaurant and Mumbai Masala Barking both within a mile. Residents will also find Thames Caf? a 12-minute walk away, while a collection of takeaways within the area provide convenient dining.
Residents are a 14-minute drive away from Canary Wharf, where the shopping centre's five malls contain over 300 shops, 70 eateries, plus leisure facilities, and a cinema. The surrounding area also boasts a plethora of retailers and restaurants for riverside dining, while the Isle of Dogs more broadly exhibits a wealth of culture both historical and modern.
