Jack Cade's Cavern, London

#630 among attractions in London

Nature, Natural attraction, Cave

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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. It was re-discovered in about the year 1780. They are also referred to as the Blackheath Caverns. The entrance was at the end of a row of small cottages called "Cavern Cottages" at the rear of Trinity Church on Blackheath Hill,. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°28'17"N, 0°0'15"E

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Lewisham (Blackheath)London United Kingdom

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Day trips

Jack Cade's Cavern – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.8 miNW
The history of Britain at sea
National Maritime Museum, London
20 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...
0.5 miNW
Astronomy centre on the Prime Meridian
Royal Observatory, London
12 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°.
0.4 miN
Royal Park with panoramic hilltop views
Greenwich Park, London
11 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.
0.9 miNW
British naval empire's celebrated home
Old Royal Naval College, London
23 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 miNW
The last surviving British tea clipper
Cutty Sark, London
25 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...
0.7 miNW
Museum, Vernacular architecture, Georgian architecture
Queen's House, London
19 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
25 min walk • Lewisham Shopping Centre, formerly Riverdale Centre, is a shopping mall located in Lewisham, London, England. The centre is the major shopping centre in the London Borough of Lewisham.
0.5 miN
Tree
Queen Elizabeth's Oak, London
12 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.
1 miN
Nightlife
The Cutty Sark, London
27 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.
0.9 miS
Church, Baroque architecture
Boone's Chapel, London
23 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.
~1280 ftS
Nightlife
Hare and Billet, London
7 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Jack Cade's Cavern?

Nearby attractions include Ranger's House, London (8 min walk), Greenwich Park, London (11 min walk), Statue of Yuri Gagarin, London (11 min walk), Peter Harrison Planetarium, London (12 min walk).

How to get to Jack Cade's Cavern by public transport?

The nearest stations to Jack Cade's Cavern:

Bus

Greenwich Park • Lines: 386, 53, N53 (3 min walk)
Greenwich Park / Chesterfield Gate • Lines: 386 (4 min walk)

Train

Blackheath (12 min walk)
Maze Hill (20 min walk)

Light rail

Lewisham Platform 5 • Lines: B-L, S-L (22 min walk)
Elverson Road Platform 2 • Lines: B-L, S-L (24 min walk)

Ferry

Greenwich Pier • Lines: Blue Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Red Tour (27 min walk)
Masthouse Terrace Pier • Lines: Rb1 (41 min walk)