Lord's, London

Name: Lord's
Address: Lords Cricket Ground St. Johns Wood Road, London, NW8 8QN, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 20 7616 8500

#117 among attractions in London

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Facts and practical information

Lord's Cricket Ground, commonly known as "the Home of Cricket," is an iconic sports venue nestled in the heart of London, England. Established in 1814, Lord's is steeped in history and tradition, and it is a must-visit destination for cricket enthusiasts from around the globe.

The ground is named after its founder, Thomas Lord, and has been the site for some of the sport's most significant moments, including numerous Test matches, one-day internationals, and the finals of multiple Cricket World Cups. It is the home of Middlesex County Cricket Club, the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), and the European Cricket Council.

With a capacity of 28,000 spectators, Lord's is not only a sporting venue but also an architectural marvel, with the historic Pavilion and the futuristic J.P. Morgan Media Centre, which won the Stirling Prize for architecture in 1999. The Pavilion, with its Long Room, is a treasure trove of cricket memorabilia, showcasing the rich history of the game.

Visitors can take a tour of Lord's, which includes the Pavilion, the legendary Long Room, the Dressing Rooms, and the MCC Museum, one of the oldest sporting museums in the world. The museum houses an extensive collection, including The Ashes Urn, a tiny terracotta artifact that represents cricket's oldest rivalry between England and Australia.

For those wanting to catch a match, it's advisable to book tickets well in advance, particularly for high-profile games. Even when matches are not being played, the atmosphere at Lord's is palpable, and the sense of history is inescapable.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°31'47"N, 0°10'20"W

Address

Lords Cricket Ground St. Johns Wood RoadCity of Westminster (St John's Wood)London NW8 8QN United Kingdom

Contact

+44 20 7616 8500

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: ZSL London Zoo, Regent's Park, Sherlock Holmes Museum, 221B Baker Street.

0.8 miNE
Zoo, Outdoor activities, Park
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0.8 miE
Cafe and sport centre with changing rooms
Regent's Park, London
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0.7 miSE
Home to Sherlock Holmes displays
Sherlock Holmes Museum, London
19 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, the Sherlock Holmes Museum is a delightful destination for fans of the legendary detective created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Located at 221B Baker Street, the very address that Holmes fictionally resided at, this museum offers an...
0.7 miSE
Street
221B Baker Street, London
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0.7 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, London
20 min walk • Regent's Park Open Air Theatre is an open-air theatre in Regent's Park in central London.
~610 ftSW
Nightlife, Victorian architecture
Lord's Tavern, London
3 min walk • The Lord's Pavilion is a cricket pavilion at Lord's Cricket Ground in London, England. Designed by Thomas Verity and built in 1889–1890, the pavilion has achieved Grade II* listed heritage designation.
0.8 miSW
Theater
Canal Cafe Theatre, London
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0.5 miNW
Synagogue
New London Synagogue, London
14 min walk • New London Synagogue is a Masorti synagogue and congregation in St John's Wood, London, in the United Kingdom. It was founded in 1964 by followers of Rabbi Dr Louis Jacobs, following the "Jacobs Affair" in which Rabbi Jacobs was refused employment in the United Synagogue due to alleged heresy.
0.8 miS
Bridge
The Rolling Bridge, London
21 min walk • The Rolling Bridge is a type of curling moveable bridge completed in 2004 as part of the Grand Union Canal office and retail development project at Paddington Basin, London.
0.7 miS
Church, Neoclassical architecture
St Mary on Paddington Green Church, London
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~1600 ftNW
Historical place, Music venue
Abbey Road Studios, London
8 min walk • Abbey Road Studios is a recording studio at 3 Abbey Road, St John's Wood, City of Westminster, London, England. It was established in November 1931 by the Gramophone Company, a predecessor of British music company EMI, which owned it until Universal Music took control of part of EMI in 2013.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lord's?

Nearby attractions include The Liberal Jewish Synagogue, London (3 min walk), St. John's Wood Church Grounds, London (5 min walk), St John's Wood Church, London (6 min walk), London Central Mosque, London (6 min walk).

How to get to Lord's by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lord's:

Bus

Lord's Cricket Ground • Lines: 113, 13, A6, N113 (3 min walk)
St John's Wood Road / Lord's Cricket Ground • Lines: 139, 189 (5 min walk)

Metro

St. John's Wood • Lines: Jubilee (11 min walk)
Maida Vale • Lines: Bakerloo (15 min walk)

Train

London Marylebone (14 min walk)
South Hampstead (22 min walk)