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Greenwich is a borough in London, England, on the banks of the River Thames. Known for its maritime history, it's home to the Cutty Sark, a restored 19th-century ship, the huge National Maritime Museum, and the classical buildings of the Old Royal Naval College. The modern O2 arena sits on a peninsula to the north. Overlooking peaceful Greenwich Park, the Royal Observatory is the site of the Greenwich meridian line.
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Greenwich
Greenwich is a borough in London, England, on the banks of the River Thames. Known for its maritime history, it's home to the Cutty Sark, a restored 19th-century ship, the huge National Maritime Museum, and the classical buildings of the Old Royal Naval College. The modern O2 arena sits on a peninsula to the north. Overlooking peaceful Greenwich Park, the Royal Observatory is the site of the Greenwich meridian line.
Known for its expansive heath of the same name, tranquil Blackheath attracts families for its easy city commute and village feel. Alongside Georgian homes, trendy wine bars and pavement cafes, including a branch of upscale The Ivy, look out over the open green space of Blackheath Common. Blackheath Farmer's Market draws locals for weekend shopping, while classical music lovers get their fill at Blackheath Halls.
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Blackheath
Prince Charles RoadKnown for its expansive heath of the same name, tranquil Blackheath attracts families for its easy city commute and village feel. Alongside Georgian homes, trendy wine bars and pavement cafes, including a branch of upscale The Ivy, look out over the open green space of Blackheath Common. Blackheath Farmer's Market draws locals for weekend shopping, while classical music lovers get their fill at Blackheath Halls.
London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is a 21st-century city with history stretching back to Roman times. At its centre stand the imposing Houses of Parliament, the iconic ‘Big Ben’ clock tower and Westminster Abbey, site of British monarch coronations. Across the Thames River, the London Eye observation wheel provides panoramic views of the South Bank cultural complex, and the entire city.
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Central London
London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is a 21st-century city with history stretching back to Roman times. At its centre stand the imposing Houses of Parliament, the iconic ‘Big Ben’ clock tower and Westminster Abbey, site of British monarch coronations. Across the Thames River, the London Eye observation wheel provides panoramic views of the South Bank cultural complex, and the entire city.
Sightseeing
Greenwich is at 5 minutes walking distance from the house. A must see for the unique sightseeing towards London and Canary Wharf, the Royal Observatory, the Royal Flower Garden or simply a very nice walk towards Greenwich Village.
Greenwich Park is a former hunting park in Greenwich and one of the largest single green spaces in south-east London. One of the Royal Parks of London, and the first to be enclosed, it covers 74 hectares, and is part of the Greenwich World Heritage Site
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Parque de Greenwich
Greenwich is at 5 minutes walking distance from the house. A must see for the unique sightseeing towards London and Canary Wharf, the Royal Observatory, the Royal Flower Garden or simply a very nice walk towards Greenwich Village.
Greenwich Park is a former hunting park in Greenwich and one of the largest single green spaces in south-east London. One of the Royal Parks of London, and the first to be enclosed, it covers 74 hectares, and is part of the Greenwich World Heritage Site
Cutty Sark is a British clipper ship. Built on the River Leven, Dumbarton, Scotland in 1869 for the Jock Willis Shipping Line, she was one of the last tea clippers to be built and one of the fastest, coming at the end of a long period of design development for this type of vessel, which halted as steamships took over their routes.
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Cutty Sark
King William WalkCutty Sark is a British clipper ship. Built on the River Leven, Dumbarton, Scotland in 1869 for the Jock Willis Shipping Line, she was one of the last tea clippers to be built and one of the fastest, coming at the end of a long period of design development for this type of vessel, which halted as steamships took over their routes.
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National Maritime Museum
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Queen's House is a former royal residence built between 1616 and 1635 near Greenwich Palace, a few miles down-river from the City of London and now in the London Borough of Greenwich. It presently forms a central focus of what is now the Old Royal Naval College with a grand vista leading to the River Thames.
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Casa de la Reina
Romney RoadQueen's House is a former royal residence built between 1616 and 1635 near Greenwich Palace, a few miles down-river from the City of London and now in the London Borough of Greenwich. It presently forms a central focus of what is now the Old Royal Naval College with a grand vista leading to the River Thames.
The Royal Observatory, Greenwich is an observatory situated on a hill in Greenwich Park in south east London, overlooking the River Thames to the north.
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Royal Observatory Greenwich
Blackheath AvenueThe Royal Observatory, Greenwich is an observatory situated on a hill in Greenwich Park in south east London, overlooking the River Thames to the north.
Food scene
Take time to discover the best collection of British designer makers showcased in historic Greenwich Market in south-east London. Find handmade gift ideas, from arts and crafts, to homewares and accessories.
Enjoy tasty street food spanning cuisines from across the world, including vegan and gluten-free options.
Surrounded by independent shops, bars and cafes, this covered market makes for a great day out. Travel to Greenwich by riverboat or take the train from London Bridge for the quickest journey, which takes just eight minutes.
Keep an eye out for regular events and late-night openings, plus explore the area's other top sights and attractions, including Cutty Sark, the Royal Observatory, the Old Royal Naval College and more.
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Greenwich Market
5B Greenwich MarketTake time to discover the best collection of British designer makers showcased in historic Greenwich Market in south-east London. Find handmade gift ideas, from arts and crafts, to homewares and accessories.
Enjoy tasty street food spanning cuisines from across the world, including vegan and gluten-free options.
Surrounded by independent shops, bars and cafes, this covered market makes for a great day out. Travel to Greenwich by riverboat or take the train from London Bridge for the quickest journey, which takes just eight minutes.
Keep an eye out for regular events and late-night openings, plus explore the area's other top sights and attractions, including Cutty Sark, the Royal Observatory, the Old Royal Naval College and more.
Unique food scene in London with lots of very nice options. Best to go from Thursday to Saturday.
3 stops from Maze Hill Station. Stop at London Bridge.
A very nice way to enter Central London.
Borough Market is a wholesale and retail market hall in Southwark, London, England. It is one of the largest and oldest food markets in London, with a market on the site dating back to at least the 12th century.
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Borough Market
Borough High StreetUnique food scene in London with lots of very nice options. Best to go from Thursday to Saturday.
3 stops from Maze Hill Station. Stop at London Bridge.
A very nice way to enter Central London.
Borough Market is a wholesale and retail market hall in Southwark, London, England. It is one of the largest and oldest food markets in London, with a market on the site dating back to at least the 12th century.
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The nearest station
The nearest station is Maze Hill at less than 5 minutes walking distance from the house.
This is an overground train which brings you to London Bridge in 3 stops or 11 minutes. Go to Google or Trainline to get the train times. Typically every 10 minutes in the morning or evening, then up to every 30 minutes.
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Other Stations
Another way to go to London is to take the Jubilee Line at North Greenwich Station.
To go there, take the bus (188, 422 or 129) down the road.
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Going to Central London
Typically take the train from Maze Hill to London Bridge (3 stops). You might decide to stay to take the tube (Northern Line or Jubilee Line) or to stay on the train to London Cannon Street, Blackfriars or Farringdon.
At London Bridge station, you may also decide to take another train which will bring you to Charring Cross station or Waterloo East station.
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Our Local Pubs and Restaurants
You have very nice options of pubs and restaurants. Our Favourites are
. The Vanbrugh: 91 Colomb St, London SE10 9EZ. Literally 3 minutes walk from the house.
. The Cutty Sark: by the Thames River. Historic pub from 1795 and very nice food. Make a reservation ! 4-6 Ballast Quay, London SE10 9PD
. The Trafalgar Tavern by the Thames River. Can be quite busy in the weekend. Park Row, London SE10 9NW
. Prince of Greenwich: Unique atmosphere with live music in the weekend. 72 Royal Hill, London SE10 8RT
And don't miss Blackheath (20 minutes walk)
. Buenos Aires Cafe: 17 Royal Parade SE3
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Our Local Supermarkets
The nearest options are:
. Sainsbury's local: 5 minutes walk. 3-4, Fenton Parade, Woolwich Rd, London SE10 0FY
. Tesco Express: less than 10 minutes walk. 142-146 Trafalgar Rd, London SE10 9TZ
. Coop: less than 10 minutes walk. 200-206 Trafalgar Rd, London SE10 9ER
. Marks & Spencer: more than 15 minutes walk. 17 Old Dover Rd, Stratheden Rd, Blackheath, London SE3 7SX
Don't forget our local butchers, fishmonger, cheese monger, bakeries and other independent shops!
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Want to go for a movie?
We have 3 cinema theatres.
. Greenwich Picture House (our favourite): 180 Greenwich High Rd, London SE10 8NN (20-25 minutes walk)
. Odeon: larger venue with 10 screens. Bugsby's Way, London SE10 0QJ (20-25 minutes walk)
. Cineworld Cinema at The O2, Greenwich, The O2, Peninsula Square, London SE10 0DX. Take the bus to North Greenwich Station (188,422 or 129).