HQS Wellington, London

Name: HQS Wellington
Address: Victoria Embankment, London, United Kingdom

#783 among attractions in London

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HMS Wellington is a Grimsby-class sloop, formerly of the Royal Navy. During the Second World War, she served as a convoy escort ship in the North Atlantic. She is now moored alongside the Victoria Embankment, at Temple Pier, on the River Thames in London, England, as the headquarters ship of the Honourable Company of Master Mariners, where she is known as HQS Wellington. It was always the ambition of the founding members of the company to have a livery hall. Up to the outbreak of war in 1939, various proposals were examined, including the purchase of a sailing ship, Archibald Russell. ()

Coordinates: 51°30'38"N, 0°6'44"W

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Victoria EmbankmentCity of Westminster (St. James's)London United Kingdom

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HQS Wellington – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Two Temple Place, Somerset House, Courtauld Institute of Art, Temple Church.

~360 ftN
Gothic Revival architecture, Museum, Art museum
Two Temple Place, London
2 min walk • Two Temple Place is an architectural gem tucked away in the bustling heart of London, England. Built in the late 19th century, this neo-Gothic mansion is not only a testament to the city's rich history but also serves as a cultural venue showcasing diverse exhibitions...
~1190 ftW
Seasonal events and an art collection
Somerset House, London
6 min walk • Somerset House is a grand neoclassical building nestled on the south side of the Strand in central London, England. This cultural and arts center, with its magnificent courtyard and stately rooms, stands as a testament to the city's rich heritage and vibrant...
~1240 ftW
Museum
Courtauld Institute of Art, London
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, the Courtauld Institute of Art is a prestigious college specializing in the study of art history, conservation, and curating. It is renowned for its distinguished faculty and an exceptional collection of artworks housed in the Courtauld...
~990 ftNE
Church, Romanesque architecture, Temple
Temple Church, London
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London's legal quarter, the Temple Church stands as a testament to the city's rich and diverse history. This remarkable church was originally built by the Knights Templar, the order of crusading monks made famous by their role in the Crusades...
~1280 ftSW
Bridge
Waterloo Bridge, London
7 min walk • Waterloo Bridge stands as a graceful testament to London's architectural and historical richness. This arch bridge, spanning the River Thames, connects the bustling areas of the Strand to the south bank of the river, near the Southbank Centre and the National Theatre.
~980 ftN
Christopher Wren, Church, Baroque architecture
St Clement Danes, London
5 min walk • St Clement Danes is an Anglican church in the City of Westminster, London. It is situated outside the Royal Courts of Justice on the Strand.
~1280 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
The Courtauld Gallery, London
7 min walk • The Courtauld Gallery is an art museum in Somerset House, on the Strand in central London. It houses the art collection of the Courtauld Institute of Art, a self-governing college of the University of London specialising in the study of the history of art.
~1210 ftSE
Museum, Tower, Art gallery
Oxo Tower, London
6 min walk • The Oxo Tower is a building with a prominent tower on the south bank of the River Thames in London. The building has mixed use as Oxo Tower Wharf containing a set of design, arts and crafts shops on the ground and first floors with two galleries, Bargehouse and Gallery@oxo.
~950 ftN
Museum, Specialty museum, Shopping
Twinings, London
5 min walk • The Twinings Museum is a small museum adjacent to the Twinings shop at 216, Strand, in London, England.
~950 ftNW
Church, Baroque architecture, Georgian architecture
St Mary le Strand, London
5 min walk • St Mary le Strand is a Church of England church at the eastern end of the Strand in the City of Westminster, London. It lies within the Deanery of Westminster within the Diocese of London.
~320 ftE
Memorial
National Submarine War Memorial, London
2 min walk • The National Submariners' War Memorial is a war memorial on the Victoria Embankment in London, England, between Waterloo Bridge and Blackfriars Bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to HQS Wellington?

Nearby attractions include National Submarine War Memorial, London (2 min walk), Two Temple Place, London (2 min walk), Garden Bridge, London (3 min walk), Statue of Isambard Kingdom Brunel, London (4 min walk).

How to get to HQS Wellington by public transport?

The nearest stations to HQS Wellington:

Metro

Temple • Lines: Circle, District (3 min walk)
Embankment • Lines: Bakerloo, Circle, District, Northern (13 min walk)

Bus

The Royal Courts of Justice • Lines: 26, N26 (5 min walk)
Aldwych / Australia House • Lines: 11, 15, 26, 341, 76, N11, N15, N199, N21, N26, N550, N551, N89 (6 min walk)

Ferry

Festival Pier • Lines: Green Tour (9 min walk)
Embankment • Lines: Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Rb6 (12 min walk)

Train

London Blackfriars (10 min walk)
Waterloo East (13 min walk)

Light rail

Bank Platform 10 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (27 min walk)