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Gods Own Junk Yard

June 15, 2015

Gods Own Junk Yard has been on my ‘must see’ list for ages so I was thrilled when it finally happened. It’s fairly accessible, in the depth of Walthamstow, in an Industrial Estate.

I’m not quite sure I knew exactly what to expect, but boy was I pleasantly surprised. You will be entering a world full of neon lights, neon signage, religious icons, kitsch and the most charming outside space with urban jungle and eclectic water stream/fountain. Best of all there’s also a café with comfy seating and affordable café grub and drinks. It’s the perfect place to while away an afternoon, get inspired, take millions of photographs and hang out with friends.

But I think I should shut up now and let you see for yourselves.

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
I think the cow says it all…

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
If you don’t like bright lights, don’t go!

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
You can sit down, have a drink and take it all in!

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
Loved the religious icons

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
LOVE!

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
Now who wouldn’t want this sign?

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
The outside space is like nothing you would have seen before.

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
What a GREAT and different kind of water stream/fountain.

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
Great Urban Jungle

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
I’ve seen many cable drums used as outdoor tables, but none of them in pink!

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
Inside a hut

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
Mwah!!!!

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
Great textures everywhere

Gods Own Junk Yard | Colourliving
Loved this stained windows.

I cannot wait to return. It’s fun, relaxing and completely mad! People have weddings and parties there and they do bespoke neon signs.Apparently that’s their core business. During the week the space is closed to the public and it’s being used for photo shoots and other commercial events. But if you’re stuck where to go on a Friday to Sunday, this is your place!

Gods Own Junk Yard
Unit 12
Ravenswood Industrial Estate
Shernhall Street
London
E17 9HQ
020 8509 0157

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8 Comments

  • Reply Jocelyn Hefner June 18, 2015 at 11:55 pm

    The I love crap sign is the funniest! It made me giggle! Hugs, Jocelyn xx

    • Reply tina June 25, 2015 at 6:58 am

      It’s my favourite too. Thanks lovely xx

  • Reply Holly June 19, 2015 at 12:59 am

    That seems like a crazy place! I believe I would see it once for fun, but also happy to see it from here 😉 Your pics are gorgeous!!

    xoxoxo

    • Reply tina June 25, 2015 at 7:01 am

      Ha. I can sense your trepidation. I think it’s really groovy and edgy and beats many places. I bet you would like it once inside xxx

  • Reply Anya Jensen June 19, 2015 at 4:30 pm

    Seriously the d.i.s.c.o sign has my name on it 😉 FAB place Tina, what a gem.

    Happy weekend sweets, hope the weather is better than our, it’s rain,rain,rain and more rain, great for ducks I guess.

    A xx

    • Reply tina June 25, 2015 at 7:03 am

      Hahaha. So 80’s and so brilliant!!!
      I think you would love this place:-))

      We’re having mixed weather, mostly sunny though.Sending some over to your shores xxx

  • Reply Alison Sye June 24, 2015 at 6:37 pm

    Thanks for the introduction, Tina, never heard of this place before 🙂

    • Reply tina June 25, 2015 at 7:04 am

      A fun place to take the house elfs on a weekend xx

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