About Chigwell
Chigwell is a Central line Zone 4 station on the Hainault loop, serving the affluent Essex village of Chigwell. The village is known for its large properties, the King's Head pub (immortalised by Charles Dickens in Barnaby Rudge), and Chigwell School -a historic independent school. The area is also associated with the reality TV show The Only Way Is Essex.
Traveller Tips
- 1The village of Chigwell is a 5-minute walk from the station
- 2The King's Head pub (Dickens' 'Maypole Inn' in Barnaby Rudge) is a local landmark
- 3Chigwell Row has pleasant walks near Hainault Forest
- 4Station car park available
Accessibility
-Wheelchair accessible
-Step-free access
✓Audio announcements
✓Visual displays
-Accessible toilets
✓Tactile guides
Frequently Asked Questions
QWhich line serves Chigwell?
Chigwell is served by the Central line on the Hainault loop.
QIs Chigwell step-free?
No, Chigwell does not have step-free access.
QWhat zone is Chigwell in?
Chigwell is in Zone 4.
QWhat is the Dickens connection to Chigwell?
Charles Dickens featured the King's Head pub in Chigwell as the 'Maypole Inn' in his novel Barnaby Rudge.
QIs there parking at Chigwell?
Yes, Chigwell station has a car park.
QIs Chigwell famous for TOWIE?
Yes -The Only Way Is Essex (TOWIE) has featured Chigwell and the surrounding area extensively.
Station Location
Nearby Attractions
- Chigwell village
- King's Head pub (Dickens connection)
- Chigwell School
- Hainault Forest (nearby)