New Palace Yard, London

Name: New Palace Yard
Address: London, United Kingdom

#257 among attractions in London

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New Palace Yard is a yard northwest of the Palace of Westminster in Westminster, London, England. It is part of the grounds not open to the public. However, it can be viewed from the two adjoining streets, as a result of Edward Middleton Barry, who also assisted with its landscaping, having used railings rather than walls or fencing in its design. The yard has existed since about the year 1100, but was greatly reduced in the 18th century to allow for the construction of new streets and buildings, the most notable of which is the wing taking up the eastern end and having the most prominent tower of the current palace. Speaker's Green fronts the Thames. An underground car park used by Members of Parliament is beneath. Before latest incarnations of the palace, the yard was an open public space used diversely such as for speeches, tournaments, pilloryings, and executions. It has twice been the scene of terrorist attacks. ()

Built: 1100 (924 years ago)Elevation: 52 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 51°30'2"N, 0°7'31"W

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

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New Palace Yard – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palace of Westminster, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Parliament Square.

~470 ftS
Iconic home of UK parliament
Palace of Westminster, London
3 min walk • The Palace of Westminster, with its iconic clock tower known as Big Ben, stands as a monumental piece of Gothic Revival architecture on the banks of the River Thames in London, United Kingdom. This palatial complex is not only a tourist attraction but also the meeting...
~180 ftNE
London's iconic national timepiece
Big Ben, London
1 min walk • Big Ben, an iconic landmark of London, stands as a towering sentinel at the north end of the Palace of Westminster. This renowned clock tower, officially named the Elizabeth Tower in 2012 to honor Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee, is often mistakenly referred to as...
~620 ftSW
Gothic church and site for coronations
Westminster Abbey, London
3 min walk • Westminster Abbey is an iconic feature of London's historic and cultural landscape, a church that has stood for over a millennium as a place of worship and a stage for the nation's most significant ceremonies. Located just to the west of the Palace of Westminster, this...
~510 ftNW
Square
Parliament Square, London
3 min walk • Parliament Square is a storied political and cultural landmark nestled in the heart of London, United Kingdom. This iconic square is bordered by some of the city's most significant buildings, including the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and the Supreme Court.
~910 ftE
Bridge
Westminster Bridge, London
5 min walk • Spanning the River Thames with a quiet dignity, Westminster Bridge is a vital artery connecting the heart of British political life to the rest of London. This iconic bridge, situated in the shadow of the majestic Houses of Parliament and the towering Big Ben, is not...
~410 ftSW
, Church
St Margaret's, London
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Westminster, St Margaret's Church is an often-overlooked gem amid the more famous landmarks of London, England. This Anglican parish church, situated on the grounds of Westminster Abbey, serves as a spiritual haven for members of the House of...
~290 ftNW
Church, Monuments and statues
Statue of Winston Churchill, London
2 min walk • In the heart of London, standing defiantly outside the Houses of Parliament, is the imposing bronze statue of Winston Churchill, a tribute to the indomitable spirit of one of Britain's most revered Prime Ministers. Created by the renowned sculptor Ivor Roberts-Jones...
~800 ftS
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Jewel Tower, London
4 min walk • The Jewel Tower is a 14th-century surviving element of the Palace of Westminster, in London, England. It was built between 1365 and 1366, under the direction of William of Sleaford and Henry de Yevele, to house the personal treasure of King Edward III.
~680 ftN
Street
Whitehall, London
4 min walk • Whitehall is a road and area in the City of Westminster, Central London. The road forms the first part of the A3212 road from Trafalgar Square to Chelsea. It is the main thoroughfare running south from Trafalgar Square towards Parliament Square.
~390 ftSE
Palace, Bars and clubs
Strangers' Bar, London
2 min walk • The Strangers' Bar is one of several bars in the Palace of Westminster, the home of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. It is open to Members of Parliament and officers of Parliament, their guests, and members of parliamentary staff.
~440 ftW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Nelson Mandela Statue, London
3 min walk • Nelson Mandela is a bronze sculpture in Parliament Square, London, of former President of South Africa and anti-apartheid activist Nelson Mandela. Originally proposed to Mandela by Donald Woods in 2001, a fund was set up and led by Woods's wife and Lord Richard Attenborough after the death of Woods.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to New Palace Yard?

Nearby attractions include Big Ben, London (1 min walk), House of Commons, London (2 min walk), Statue of Winston Churchill, London (2 min walk), Portcullis House, London (2 min walk).

How to get to New Palace Yard by public transport?

The nearest stations to New Palace Yard:

Metro

Westminster • Lines: Circle, District, Jubilee (2 min walk)
Embankment • Lines: Bakerloo, Circle, District, Northern (12 min walk)

Ferry

Westminster Pier • Lines: Blue Tour, Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (4 min walk)
London Eye - Waterloo Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (8 min walk)

Train

Charing Cross (13 min walk)
London Waterloo (15 min walk)

Bus

Trafalgar Square / Charing Cross Station • Lines: N26 (14 min walk)
Charing Cross Station • Lines: N26 (15 min walk)