Convoys Wharf, London

#1626 among attractions in London

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Convoys Wharf, formerly called the King's Yard, is the site of Deptford Dockyard, the first of the Royal Dockyards, built on a riverside site in Deptford, by the River Thames in London, England. It was first developed in 1513 by Henry VIII to build vessels for the Royal Navy. Convoys Wharf also covers most of the site of Sayes Court manor house and gardens, home of diarist John Evelyn. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°29'9"N, 0°1'43"W

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Lewisham (Evelyn)London United Kingdom

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Convoys Wharf – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Maritime Museum, Old Royal Naval College, Cutty Sark, Queen's House.

1.1 miE
The history of Britain at sea
National Maritime Museum, London
27 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...
1 miE
British naval empire's celebrated home
Old Royal Naval College, London
26 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...
0.8 miE
The last surviving British tea clipper
Cutty Sark, London
22 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...
1.1 miE
Museum, Vernacular architecture, Georgian architecture
Queen's House, London
29 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...
1 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
The Den, London
25 min walk • The Den is a football stadium in New Cross, south-east London, and the home of Millwall Football Club. The Den is adjacent to the South London railway originating at London Bridge, and a quarter of a mile from the Old Den, which it replaced in 1993.
0.7 miNE
Park
Mudchute Park and Farm, London
18 min walk • Mudchute Park and Farm is a large urban park and farm in Cubitt Town on the Isle of Dogs in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, just south of Canary Wharf. It is a Local Nature Reserve and a Site of Metropolitan Importance for Nature Conservation.
1.2 miNW
Park
Stave Hill, London
30 min walk • Russia Dock Woodland is a long narrow park in Rotherhithe, London, created by the infilling of one of the former Surrey Commercial Docks. The former Russia Dock was originally used for the importing of softwood timber from Norway, Russia and Sweden. Known as "deal wood", it was mostly used for newsprint and for manufacturing furniture.
0.5 miN
Theater, Romanesque revival architecture
The Space, London
12 min walk • The Space is an arts space in Millwall on the Isle of Dogs, London. Its principal patron is Sir Ian McKellen, and it is a registered non-profit making charity.
1 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Greenwich Theatre, London
26 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.
0.8 miE
Park, Garden
Island Gardens, London
22 min walk • Island Gardens is a public park located at the southern end of the Isle of Dogs in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets on the north bank of the River Thames. The park was formally opened on 3 August 1895 by local politician Will Crooks.
0.6 miS
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Deptford Market, London
15 min walk • Deptford Market is a fruit & vegetable and antiques and bric-a-brac market located in Deptford, south east London.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Convoys Wharf?

Nearby attractions include Deptford Wharf, London (11 min walk), The Space, London (12 min walk), Deptford Park, London (13 min walk), Folkestone Gardens, London (14 min walk).

How to get to Convoys Wharf by public transport?

The nearest stations to Convoys Wharf:

Ferry

Masthouse Terrace Pier • Lines: Rb1 (8 min walk)
Greenland Pier • Lines: Rb1 (16 min walk)

Bus

Harbinger School / Masthouse Terrace Pier • Lines: 277, N277 (11 min walk)
St Edmund's School • Lines: 277, N277 (11 min walk)

Train

Deptford (13 min walk)
New Cross (18 min walk)

Light rail

Mudchute Platform 1 • Lines: B-L, S-L (18 min walk)
Greenwich Platform 4 • Lines: B-L, S-L (20 min walk)

Metro

Canada Water • Lines: Jubilee (32 min walk)