Gants Hill

Gants Hill is a district of Ilford in the London Borough of Redbridge in northeast London, England. It is a suburban development situated 9.5 miles (15.3 km) north east of Charing Cross. The name could have originated from the le Gant family, who are recorded as appearing in the area as early as 1291. Theories also say the name is based on Gnats Cross. The area is mostly residential with a selection of retail outlets, a wide variety of restaurants, pubs, bars and a hotel. Valentines Park is located between Gants Hill and nearby Ilford. Valentines High School and Gearies School are schools in the area. Other nearby schools include Beal High School in Clayhall and the selective grammar schools Ilford County High School and Woodford County...