God's Own Junkyard

I first saw a post about "God's Own Junkyard" on Buzzfeed and thought "this can't be real!". It's a warehouse / garage / workshop that specialises in crafting made-to-order neon signs - and they've had clients from Hollywood all the way to Saudi Arabia. Fair warning: it's located very, very, very far from the city center, and might take up half of your day. 

Easiest way to get here is to get a Central line going East from Stratford, then stop at Leytonstone. Take a bus (W16) and after 30 minutes it'll drop you off nearby the Junkyard.

The location is in a very industrial area, with some factories and workshops, and it felt a little quiet and dodgy for me. But thankfully there was a sign that showed the direction (keep an eye out for this one because it might be hard to see amongst all the other signs for all the other garages. You'd think they'd make a neon sign to be more attractive! But nooo hehe it was just simple old non-lit up sign). There's no entrance fees and doesn't cost a thing to look. It's only open to the public on weekends from 11am-5pm :) 

Outside the Junkyard is a small cluster of tables and a colourful cow statue. But once you go in - be prepared to have your eyes literally lit up hehe! It's a magical neon wonderland! Take time to breathe! There's so many beautiful creations hanging from ceilings, propped up on walls, and just sitting on the floor. It's not a fairly big place - but enough for you to wander around and look at all the crazy lights on display, or just sit and admire as they flash and change colours. There's a small cafe where you can have tea and coffee and cakes, and plenty of seats on which to lounge. 

http://www.godsownjunkyard.co.uk/

You can see me smiling here but seriously I'm pretty sure I passed out from happiness.

Crib goals aaaah 

Told you I passed out hahaha. I sent this photo to my friends and they asked me if I was dreaming about exotic girls! (I am already exotic enough, no need to dream la lol)