Woodlands House, London

Name: Woodlands House
Address: London, United Kingdom

#2424 among attractions in London

Museum, Art museum, Vernacular architecture, Modern art museum

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Woodlands House is a Grade II* listed Georgian villa, next door to Mycenae House, Mycenae Road, in the Westcombe Park area of the Royal Borough of Greenwich. From 1972 to 2003 the building served as a library and art museum, known as the Woodlands Art Gallery. ()

Coordinates: 51°28'47"N, 0°0'59"E

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Greenwich (Blackheath Westcombe)London United Kingdom

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Woodlands House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.9 miW
The history of Britain at sea
National Maritime Museum, London
24 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...
0.8 miW
Astronomy centre on the Prime Meridian
Royal Observatory, London
20 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°.
0.7 miW
Royal Park with panoramic hilltop views
Greenwich Park, London
18 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.
1 miW
British naval empire's celebrated home
Old Royal Naval College, London
25 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...
1.1 miW
The last surviving British tea clipper
Cutty Sark, London
29 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...
0.9 miW
Museum, Vernacular architecture, Georgian architecture
Queen's House, London
23 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...
0.6 miW
Tree
Queen Elizabeth's Oak, London
17 min walk • Queen Elizabeth's Oak was a veteran oak tree in Greenwich Park, London. Seeded in the 12th century, the tree formed part of the grounds of the Palace of Placentia, home to the Tudor royal family. Henry VIII is said to have danced around the tree with Anne Boleyn.
0.9 miNW
Nightlife
The Cutty Sark, London
22 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.
0.8 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Jack Cade's Cavern, London
20 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 miSW
Nightlife
Hare and Billet, London
25 min walk • The Hare and Billet is a public house located in Blackheath, London, overlooking parts of Greenwich Park. In the 18th century, the Hare and Billet was a coaching inn. The pub is now part of the Metropolitan Pub Company.
1 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Greenwich Theatre, London
27 min walk • Greenwich Theatre is a local theatre located in Croom's Hill close to the centre of Greenwich in south-east London. Theatre first came to Greenwich at the beginning of the 19th century during the famous Eastertide Greenwich Fair at which the Richardson travelling theatre annually performed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Woodlands House?

Nearby attractions include St John's Blackheath, London (8 min walk), Queen Elizabeth's Oak, London (17 min walk), Greenwich Park, London (18 min walk), Greenwich, London (18 min walk).

How to get to Woodlands House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Woodlands House:

Bus

Tudor Grange • Lines: 386 (2 min walk)
Beaconsfield Road • Lines: 386 (3 min walk)

Train

Westcombe Park (9 min walk)
Maze Hill (15 min walk)

Ferry

Greenwich Pier • Lines: Blue Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Red Tour (30 min walk)

Light rail

Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich Platform 1 • Lines: B-L, S-L (30 min walk)
Island Gardens Platform 2 • Lines: B-L, S-L (34 min walk)