Queen Elizabeth's Oak, London

Name: Queen Elizabeth's Oak
Address: London, United Kingdom

#419 among attractions in London

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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. Their daughter Elizabeth I, after whom the tree is named, is said to have picnicked beneath its canopy, or else within its hollow trunk. When the palace grounds became Greenwich Park, the hollow tree was used as a prison for criminals caught on the grounds. The tree died in the 19th century but was left standing, partly supported by ivy. It fell in a storm in June 1991 and has been left lying where it fell, protected by a fence and marked with a plaque. ()

Coordinates: 51°28'41"N, 0°0'7"E

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Greenwich (Greenwich West)London United Kingdom

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Day trips

Queen Elizabeth's Oak – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1910 ftNW
The history of Britain at sea
National Maritime Museum, London
10 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...
~720 ftW
Astronomy centre on the Prime Meridian
Royal Observatory, London
4 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°.
~380 ftSW
Royal Park with panoramic hilltop views
Greenwich Park, London
2 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.
0.5 miNW
British naval empire's celebrated home
Old Royal Naval College, London
13 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...
0.6 miNW
The last surviving British tea clipper
Cutty Sark, London
15 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...
~1670 ftNW
Museum, Vernacular architecture, Georgian architecture
Queen's House, London
9 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...
1.1 miNW
Park
Mudchute Park and Farm, London
29 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.
0.6 miN
Nightlife
The Cutty Sark, London
15 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.
0.5 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Jack Cade's Cavern, London
12 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.
0.7 miS
Nightlife
Hare and Billet, London
18 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.
0.4 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Greenwich Theatre, London
11 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Queen Elizabeth's Oak?

Nearby attractions include Greenwich Park, London (2 min walk), Peter Harrison Planetarium, London (4 min walk), Royal Observatory, London (4 min walk), Statue of Yuri Gagarin, London (4 min walk).

How to get to Queen Elizabeth's Oak by public transport?

The nearest stations to Queen Elizabeth's Oak:

Train

Maze Hill (9 min walk)
Westcombe Park (22 min walk)

Bus

John Roan School • Lines: 386 (9 min walk)
Ulundi Road • Lines: 386 (10 min walk)

Light rail

Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich Platform 1 • Lines: B-L, S-L (16 min walk)
Greenwich Platform 4 • Lines: B-L, S-L (20 min walk)

Ferry

Greenwich Pier • Lines: Blue Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Red Tour (17 min walk)
Masthouse Terrace Pier • Lines: Rb1 (32 min walk)