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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Bow,_LondonBow, London - Wikipedia

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   Bow (/ ˈboʊ /) is a district in East London, England and is in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. It is an inner-city suburb located 4.6 miles (7.4 km) east of Charing Cross. Historically in Middlesex, it became part of the County of London in 1888.

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3. www.eastlondonhistory.co.uk › east-londonBow History: Discover the Fascinating Story of East London’s Bow

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   • Places to Visit in The East End of London – Bow
   • History and Development of Bow
   • East London Federation of Suffragettes

   Legend says you can only be a true Cockney if born within the sound of Bow bells. You won’t make a child a Cockney by camping close to Bow Church, as the legend relates to the bells of St Mary-le-Bowin the City of London. You also won’t be able to trace the history of London’s first police force to Bow. The force was called the Bow Street Runners, ...

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   Bow developed a lot in the 14thcentury. It was a small and relatively insignificant village that only sometimes had easy access because it was prone to flooding from the river Lea. This also meant that locals couldn’t always get to the closest church in Stepney. So, in the early 1300s, Edward III permitted a chapel to be built on the road over the ...

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   Bow was also home to a fair bit of suffragette activity, or early girl power, in the Victorian period. Sylvia Pankhurst based her East London Federation of Suffragettesorganisation in Bow Road and did a lot of work to improve conditions for the residents generally. In the 1880s, the local Bryant and May factory was the famous match girls’ strike sc...

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4. romanroadlondon.com › best-things-to-do-in-bowBest things to do in Bow: Editor's Guide | Roman Road LDN

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   Jun 19, 2020 · From Georgian squares that were once home to war trenches to a hidden factory run by Sylvia Pankhurst, Bow is rich in cultural history. And, there’s more than a few culinary delights to keep you satiated on your tour of Bow. Here’s our Editor’s picks of the best things to do in Bow.

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5. mapcarta.com › 17655830Bow Map - Suburb - Tower Hamlets, England, UK - Mapcarta

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   Bow. Type: Suburb with 27,700 residents. Description: district in East London, England. Categories: area of London and locality. Location: Tower Hamlets, Greater London, England, United Kingdom, Britain and Ireland, Europe. View on Open­Street­Map.

6. www.allinlondon.co.uk › regions › bowBow Area Guide - Bars, Restaurants, Shops and What's On - All ...

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   Jan 1, 2024 · Your All In London guide to Bow. Famous for the old saying of being born within the sound of Bow Bells (even though the bells referred to are actually from St. Mary-le-Bow church, in the City of London), this residential area is experiencing a surge of affluence that is not wholly welcome, with the Bow Quarter gated community being a clear sign ...

7. romanroadlondon.com › marketRoman Road Market days and times | Roman Road London

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   Stretching half a kilometer through the heart of Bow in east London, the market is famed for its affordable women’s fashion, delicious street food, and quality homeware. Roman Road Market’s rich and varied history befits its status as one of the oldest trading street markets in the country.

8. www.townandvillageguide.com › Devon › BowTown and Village Guide - Bow in Devon - United Kingdom

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   Nestled in the heart of Devon, this picturesque village offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. From delightful local shops and cozy cafes to scenic trails and cultural attractions, Bow has something to captivate every visitor.

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   Where is Bow London?

   • Henry Miller Explore unique places from around the globe. Bow is a district in East London, England and is in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. Bow has about 27,700 residents. Mapcarta, the open map.

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   Where is bow in England?

   • Bow is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated on the eastern side of the River Torridge and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 500 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere.

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   When did bow become part of London?

   • Historically in Middlesex, it became part of the County of London in 1888. "Bow" is an abbreviation of the medieval name Stratford-at-Bow, in which "Bow" refers to the bow-shaped bridge built here in the early 12th century. Bow contains parts of both Victoria Park and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

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   Where is Bow Church?

   • Bow Church is a Docklands Light Railway station in Bow, London, England. Photo: Thryduulf, CC BY-SA 4.0. Bow Road is a London Underground station located on Bow Road in Bow, London, England. Photo: Ekphraster, CC BY-SA 3.0. Photo: Wikimedia, CC BY-SA 2.5. Bow Quarter is a gated community in Bow in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets.

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   What are the best things to do in Bow?

   • Here’s our Editor’s picks of the best things to do in Bow. This tranquil haven, known as ‘London’s Little Lungs’, is perhaps the finest Georgian square in East London and just two minutes from Mile End Tube Station.

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   Why is bow called Bow?

   • The name refers to a causeway built by the Romans across the River Lea and a wooden bridge that replaced it in the 12th century. Bow was the birthplace of archery in England. According to legend, King Edward III ordered his soldiers to practice shooting longbows at the bridge in Bow, which gave rise to the phrase “to have a bow in hand”.

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