A couple in Harold Hill revealed their joy at meeting a deer on their daily walk.
The deer were spotted this afternoon by a resident (June 7).
She said she loves living in the area and being able to see the deer.
"I feel the deer bring the people of Harold Hill together as a community."
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"So many of us care for them and love seeing them walking the streets and in our gardens," she said.
Other commenters on a Facebook post said she was lucky to have seen the animals so close to home.
"They are beautiful creatures," said Susan Ann Beesley.
"You're privileged," she added. "I remember as a child going to Bedford Park hoping to see the deer behind a fence, but to see them looking so chilled and happy, outside my daughter's front garden, is even better."
"They are so majestic," added Elaine McGoldrick.
The deer have been welcomed as a morale booster for the neighbourhood.
Deer have been spotted in Harold Hill frequently over the years, attracting interest from locals and those further afield.
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