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Local Studies and Archives

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The local studies and archives service is based on the second floor of Ilford Central Library.

We provide a service for local and family history research. It holds the largest collection of materials in the Borough on the history of Ilford, Wanstead, Woodford and Redbridge.

These materials include:

  • Books and pamphlets, including directories and voter registers
  • Maps
  • Photographs and illustrations
  • Periodicals
  • Archives
  • Family history
  • Links
  • Publications

We also have a general collection of books on the history of Essex and the surrounding London boroughs including maps, periodicals and local newspapers.

Materials from the Archive Service are available by appointment.

Opening times and contact details for the Local studies and archives department.