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Chipping Ongar

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Chipping Ongar

Chipping Ongar works well as a base: 10 minutes from Kelvedon Hatch, 29km from Iron & Air.

Chipping Ongar is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 3,967, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Chipping Ongar sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Chipping Ongar to your route.

About Chipping Ongar

Chipping Ongar () is a market town in the parish of Ongar, in the Epping Forest District of Essex, England. It is located 6 miles (10 km) east of Epping, 7 miles (11 km) south-east of Harlow and 7 miles (11 km) north-west of Brentwood. At the 2021 census the built up area as defined by the Office for National

Read more Statistics (which excludes Shelley) had a population of 3,967. The Royal Mail uses Ongar as the name for the post town covering the area; the name Chipping Ongar is not used in official postal addresses.

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Where is Chipping Ongar located?

Chipping Ongar is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.7038 latitude, 0.2455 longitude.

What is the population of Chipping Ongar?

Chipping Ongar has a population of approximately 3,967 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
3,967
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.7038, 0.2455

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Chipping Ongar

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

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High Beach Tea Hut

A simple roadside tea hut in Epping Forest that has been a legendary biker gathering spot for decades.

16 km · about 30 min drive

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Johnsons Cafe

A well-known biker cafe on the A127 in Essex, serving as a gathering point for London and Essex riders for generations.

24 km · about 25 min drive

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Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park

A stylish lakeside cafe in Victoria Park that has become an unofficial weekend gathering spot for London's motorcycle community.

27 km · about 30 min drive

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Bolt London

A motorcycle-focused coffee shop and workspace in London bringing together the riding and creative communities.

28 km · about 30 min drive

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Deus Ex Machina London

The London outpost of the global motorcycle lifestyle brand combining custom bikes, apparel, coffee, and culture.

29 km · about 35 min drive

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Iron & Air

A motorcycle culture space celebrating the intersection of riding, art, and storytelling through events and community.

29 km · about 35 min drive

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The Bike Shed Motorcycle Club

A multi-level motorcycle culture hub in Shoreditch featuring a restaurant, bar, barbershop, and custom bike gallery.

30 km · about 35 min drive

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The Motorist

An automotive lifestyle bar and social space in London designed for car enthusiasts who appreciate good drinks and great design.

31 km · about 35 min drive

Driving roads near Chipping Ongar

  • 38 kmCrystal Palace CircuitA parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.
  • 57 kmThe Backs, CambridgeThe famous riverside meadows behind the Cambridge colleges, offering iconic views of King's College Chapel, the Bridge of Sighs and punts on the Cam.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Chipping Ongar.

High Ongar

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

1 km awayPop. 1,171

Kelvedon Hatch

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 2,400

Epping

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 10,695

Shenfield

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10 km awayPop. 5,460

Brentwood

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10 km awayPop. 52,586

Ingatestone

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10 km awayPop. 5,620

Abridge

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

11 km awayPop. 1,613

Theydon Bois

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

11 km awayPop. 3,829

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