Hidden on a small industrial estate in Walthamstow, is one of the most amazing places I have seen. A warehouse packed full of wonderful neon signage, vintage and modern, every bit of available space is covered. The colours are sexy and beautiful.
I met Jon, the illustrator and artist who works there, he told me about the history of the place and its collection. A lot of the neon had been commissioned for movies, the red Chinese signage was used in Tomb Raider. Some are from the old red light area in Soho. Each neon sign as a special story to tell.
Gods Own Junkyard is perfect for photo shoots, and has been used as a location for Vogue and other magazines.
You can’t help but feel enlightened from the warm glow of neon. A perfect place to take your date!
There’s also a great ‘Chips’n’Dips’ wagon in the car park and a local craft beer bar called ‘Wildcard Brewery’ hidden in another industrial unit, perfect for an afternoon snack and a beer on a sunny day!
Open Friday, Saturday and Sundays 11am-5pm
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