Ranger's House, London

Name: Ranger's House
Address: Chesterfield Walk, London, SE10 8QX, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 20 8853 0035

#817 among attractions in London

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Ranger's House is a medium-sized red brick Georgian mansion in the Palladian style, adjacent to Greenwich Park in the south east of London. It is situated in Blackheath and backs directly onto Greenwich Park. Previously known as Chesterfield House, its current name is associated with the Ranger of Greenwich Park, a royal appointment; the house was the Ranger's official residence for most of the 19th century. It is a Grade I listed building. There is a rose garden behind it, and since 2002 it has housed the Wernher Collection of art. ()

Built: 1722 (302 years ago)Coordinates: 51°28'24"N, 0°0'6"W

Address

Chesterfield WalkGreenwich (Greenwich West)London SE10 8QX United Kingdom

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+44 20 8853 0035

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Ranger's House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Maritime Museum, Royal Observatory, Greenwich Park, Old Royal Naval College.

0.5 miN
The history of Britain at sea
National Maritime Museum, London
14 min walk • The National Maritime Museum, situated in the heart of Greenwich, London, stands as a bastion of seafaring history, celebrating the UK's profound connection to the sea. This premier museum, founded in 1934, is an essential destination for anyone interested in the tales...
~1460 ftN
Astronomy centre on the Prime Meridian
Royal Observatory, London
8 min walk • The Royal Observatory is an iconic scientific landmark nestled in the heart of Greenwich, London. Established in 1675 by King Charles II, it is famed for being the location of the Prime Meridian, where time begins at longitude 0°.
~1500 ftN
Royal Park with panoramic hilltop views
Greenwich Park, London
8 min walk • Greenwich Park, a verdant haven in the heart of London, England, offers visitors a blend of history, nature, and stunning views. As one of the Royal Parks of London, this former hunting ground now serves as a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life.
0.7 miN
British naval empire's celebrated home
Old Royal Naval College, London
18 min walk • Nestled on the banks of the River Thames, the Old Royal Naval College stands as a majestic architectural gem in the heart of Greenwich, London. This grandiose ensemble of buildings, originally designed as a Royal Hospital for Seamen by Sir Christopher Wren, now serves...
0.7 miNW
The last surviving British tea clipper
Cutty Sark, London
19 min walk • The Cutty Sark is a historic maritime marvel nestled in the heart of Greenwich, London. This iconic British clipper ship, launched in 1869, is one of the last of its kind and a testament to the golden age of sail. Once a swift vessel that sailed the seas for the tea...
0.5 miN
Museum, Vernacular architecture, Georgian architecture
Queen's House, London
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Greenwich, London, the Queen's House is a historical gem and a must-visit museum for art and architecture enthusiasts. Designed by the pioneering architect Inigo Jones in the early 17th century, the Queen's House is celebrated as the first...
0.9 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Lewisham Shopping Centre, London
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~1880 ftNE
Tree
Queen Elizabeth's Oak, London
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0.9 miN
Nightlife
The Cutty Sark, London
23 min walk • The Cutty Sark is a Grade II listed public house at 6-7 Ballast Quay, Greenwich, London. It was built in the early 19th century, replacing an earlier pub, The Green Man. It was initially called The Union Tavern, but was renamed The Cutty Sark Tavern when the tea clipper came to Greenwich in 1951.
~1470 ftSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Jack Cade's Cavern, London
8 min walk • Jack Cade's Cavern is a cavern, extending several hundred feet underground, in Blackheath, south-east London, England. It is located northwest of the Heath and southwest of Greenwich Park, mostly beneath the lawn of Hollymount Close.
1 miS
Church, Baroque architecture
Boone's Chapel, London
27 min walk • Boone's Chapel is a single-storey building attributed to Sir Christopher Wren and built in 1683. The chapel is very small, measuring just 45 square metres and is constructed of red brickwork with Portland stone details to window architraves, rusticated quoins and a pyramidal roof with an open wood cupola.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ranger's House?

Nearby attractions include Statue of Yuri Gagarin, London (7 min walk), Peter Harrison Planetarium, London (7 min walk), Royal Observatory, London (8 min walk), Jack Cade's Cavern, London (8 min walk).

How to get to Ranger's House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ranger's House:

Bus

Greenwich Park / Chesterfield Gate • Lines: 386 (4 min walk)
Greenwich Park • Lines: 386, 53, N53 (5 min walk)

Light rail

Greenwich Platform 3 • Lines: B-L, S-L (18 min walk)
Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich Platform 2 • Lines: B-L, S-L (18 min walk)

Train

Maze Hill (18 min walk)
Blackheath (18 min walk)

Ferry

Greenwich Pier • Lines: Blue Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Red Tour (21 min walk)
Masthouse Terrace Pier • Lines: Rb1 (34 min walk)