Battersea, London

Name: Battersea
Address: London, United Kingdom

#2193 among attractions in London

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Battersea is a large district of south London, England, in the London Borough of Wandsworth. It is centred 3.5 miles southwest of Charing Cross and extends along the south bank of the River Thames. It includes the 200-acre Battersea Park. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°27'50"N, 0°10'4"W

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Wandsworth (Northcote)London United Kingdom

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Battersea – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lavender Hill, Chelsea Harbour, Southside Wandsworth, Battersea Park.

0.4 miE
Shopping, Street, Shopping district
Lavender Hill, London
11 min walk • Nestled in the bustling metropolis of London, Lavender Hill adds a touch of quaint charm and history to the city's diverse tapestry of streets. Known for its vibrant community and local commerce, Lavender Hill is more than just a thoroughfare; it's a destination that...
0.8 miNW
Sailing, Marina
Chelsea Harbour, London
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, Chelsea Harbour stands as a contemporary beacon of luxury and exclusivity. Located in the affluent area of Chelsea, this mixed-use development is a premier destination for those looking to immerse themselves in a blend of modern...
1.3 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Southside Wandsworth, London
33 min walk • Southside Wandsworth is a shopping centre in the district of Wandsworth in London, England. When it was built it was the largest indoor shopping centre in Europe and is currently the fifth largest indoor shopping centre in London after Westfield Stratford, Westfield London, the Whitgift Centre and Brent Cross.
1.2 miNE
Riverside park with woods and kid's zoo
Battersea Park, London
30 min walk • Battersea Park is a 200-acre green space at Battersea in the London Borough of Wandsworth in London. It is situated on the south bank of the River Thames opposite Chelsea and was opened in 1858.
1.2 miN
Bridge
Battersea Bridge, London
31 min walk • Battersea Bridge is a five-span arch bridge with cast-iron girders and granite piers crossing the River Thames in London, England. It is situated on a sharp bend in the river, and links Battersea south of the river with Chelsea to the north.
0.9 miSE
Park
Clapham Common, London
23 min walk • Clapham Common is a large triangular urban park in Clapham, south London, England. Originally common land for the parishes of Battersea and Clapham, it was converted to parkland under the terms of the Metropolitan Commons Act 1878.
~1630 ftE
Theater, Victorian architecture
Battersea Arts Centre, London
8 min walk • The Battersea Arts Centre is a performance space specialising in theatre productions. Located near Clapham Junction railway station in Battersea, in the London Borough of Wandsworth, it was formerly Battersea Town Hall. It is a Grade II* listed building.
0.9 miS
Park
Wandsworth Common, London
23 min walk • Wandsworth Common is a public common in Wandsworth, in the London Borough of Wandsworth, south London. It is 69.43 hectares and is maintained and regulated by Wandsworth Council. It is also a Ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth. The population of the ward at the 2011 Census was 15,247.
0.5 miE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
The Ascension, London
13 min walk • The Ascension of The Lord, Lavender Hill, is an Anglican church in the Anglo-Catholic tradition, situated on Lavender Hill, in Battersea, South West London. It is thought to be the first church in England dedicated to The Ascension of The Lord.
~140 ftSE
Shopping, Department store
Arding & Hobbs, London
1 min walk • Arding & Hobbs is a former department store and Grade II listed building at the junction of Lavender Hill and St John's Road, Battersea, London SW11 1QL. Arding & Hobbs was established in 1876. The present building was constructed in 1910 in an Edwardian Baroque style, and the architect was James Gibson.
0.9 miW
Bridge
Wandsworth Bridge, London
23 min walk • Wandsworth Bridge crosses the River Thames in west London. It carries the A217 road between the area of Battersea, near Wandsworth Town Station, in the London Borough of Wandsworth on the south of the river, and the areas of Sands End and Parsons Green, in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, on the north side.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Battersea?

Nearby attractions include Clapham Grand, London (3 min walk), Battersea Arts Centre, London (8 min walk), Lavender Hill, London (11 min walk), The Ascension, London (13 min walk).

How to get to Battersea by public transport?

The nearest stations to Battersea:

Bus

Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon • Lines: 219, 319, 337, 35, 37, 49, 77, G1 (1 min walk)
Clapham Junction Station • Lines: N19, N31 (2 min walk)

Train

Clapham Junction (4 min walk)
Wandsworth Town (24 min walk)

Ferry

Plantation Wharf Pier • Lines: Rb6 (18 min walk)
Chelsea Harbour Pier • Lines: Rb6 (23 min walk)

Metro

Clapham South • Lines: Northern (30 min walk)
Battersea Power Station • Lines: Northern (39 min walk)