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Leytonstone, situated in East London within the London Borough of Waltham Forest, is surrounded by Wanstead to the north-east, Forest Gate to the south-east, Stratford to the south-west, Leyton to the west, and Walthamstow to the north-west. It is located 7 miles (11 km) north-east of Charing Cross. Originally part of the ancient parish of Leyton in Essex's Becontree hundred, Leytonstone has a documented history dating back to the 14th century. The area was described as a hamlet called 'Leyton-atte-stone,' referring to the Roman milestone that served as a northern boundary marker for the parish. Leytonstone remained predominantly rural until the 19th century when it became part of the London postal district in 1856. The opening of its railway station (now on the Central line) also took place in the same year. In 1965, the Municipal Borough of Leyton merged with Chingford and Walthamstow to form the London Borough of Waltham Forest when Greater London was established. At the northern end of Leytonstone High Road, you'll find The Green Man, a notable public house and road junction where the A12 runs beneath. Leytonstone holds significance as the birthplace of Alfred Hitchcock, and the area pays homage to the renowned filmmaker through various artistic representations such as painted murals, mosaics, a pub, and a hotel.