St John's Blackheath, London

Name: St John's Blackheath
Address: London, United Kingdom

#1301 among attractions in London

Church, Gothic Revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

St John's Blackheath is an all age Anglican church in the Vanbrugh Park area of Blackheath, part of the Royal Borough of Greenwich in southeast London, England. Built in the 1850s to the design of architect Arthur Ashpitel, it provided "an important visual and spiritual focus" to a rapidly growing high-class residential area. The church has an Evangelical character. There are four services on a Sunday. St John's Blackheath has thriving children's groups and youth groups. Their vision is to be A church for all ages, committed to growing in outreach, discipleship and the next generation. ()

Coordinates: 51°28'33"N, 0°1'7"E

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Greenwich (Blackheath Westcombe)London United Kingdom

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Day trips

St John's Blackheath – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

1.1 miW
The history of Britain at sea
National Maritime Museum, London
28 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...
0.9 miW
Astronomy centre on the Prime Meridian
Royal Observatory, London
22 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°.
0.8 miW
Royal Park with panoramic hilltop views
Greenwich Park, London
20 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.
1.2 miNW
British naval empire's celebrated home
Old Royal Naval College, London
30 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...
1.3 miW
The last surviving British tea clipper
Cutty Sark, London
34 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 miW
Museum, Vernacular architecture, Georgian architecture
Queen's House, London
27 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...
0.7 miW
Tree
Queen Elizabeth's Oak, London
19 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.
1.1 miNW
Nightlife
The Cutty Sark, London
29 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.
0.7 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Jack Cade's Cavern, London
18 min walk • 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.
1.4 miSW
Church, Baroque architecture
Boone's Chapel, London
35 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.
0.8 miSW
Nightlife
Hare and Billet, London
22 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 St John's Blackheath?

Nearby attractions include Woodlands House, London (8 min walk), Jack Cade's Cavern, London (18 min walk), Queen Elizabeth's Oak, London (19 min walk), Greenwich Park, London (20 min walk).

How to get to St John's Blackheath by public transport?

The nearest stations to St John's Blackheath:

Bus

Vanbrugh Park / Stratheden Road • Lines: 202, 380, 53, 54, N53 (3 min walk)
Stratheden Road • Lines: 386 (3 min walk)

Train

Westcombe Park (15 min walk)
Maze Hill (21 min walk)