Lancaster Gate, London

Name: Lancaster Gate
Address: London, United Kingdom

#1596 among attractions in London

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Lancaster Gate is a mid-19th century development in the Bayswater district of central London, immediately to the north of Kensington Gardens. It consists of two long terraces of houses overlooking the park, with a wide gap between them opening onto a square containing a church. Further terraces back onto the pair overlooking the park and loop around the square. Until 1865 the terraces were known as Upper Hyde Park Gardens, with the name Lancaster Gate limited to the square surrounding the church. The development takes its name from Lancaster Gate, a nearby entrance to Kensington Gardens, itself named in honour of Queen Victoria as Duke of Lancaster. ()

Coordinates: 51°30'42"N, 0°10'47"W

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City of Westminster (Lancaster Gate)London United Kingdom

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Lancaster Gate – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Serpentine Galleries, Kensington Gardens, The Long Water, Peter Pan statue.

0.5 miSE
Art, architecture and design exhibitions
Serpentine Galleries, London
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London's verdant Kensington Gardens, the Serpentine Galleries stand as a beacon of contemporary art, attracting culture enthusiasts from around the globe. Established in 1970, the galleries comprise two distinct spaces: the original Serpentine...
~1800 ftS
Green expanse west of Hyde Park
Kensington Gardens, London
9 min walk • Kensington Gardens, a verdant oasis in the heart of London, England, offers a serene retreat from the bustling city. Originally part of Hyde Park, these gardens were carved out by King William III in the late 17th century and cover 265 acres of meticulously maintained...
~1840 ftSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
The Long Water, London
9 min walk • The Long Water, a serene and elongated lake located in the heart of London, offers visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Nestled within the expanse of Kensington Gardens, one of the capital's eight Royal Parks, The Long Water is a...
~1380 ftSE
Vernacular architecture, Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Peter Pan statue, London
7 min walk • Nestled in the verdant landscapes of Kensington Gardens in London, the Peter Pan statue is a whimsical tribute to the beloved character created by J.M. Barrie. This charming bronze sculpture, crafted by Sir George Frampton, has stood since 1912, captivating visitors...
0.4 miNW
Shopping, Department store
Whiteleys, London
11 min walk • Whiteleys was a shopping centre in Bayswater, London. It was built in the retail space of the former William Whiteley Limited department store, which opened in 1911 as one of London's first department store, and was one of the main department stores, alongside Selfridge's, Liberty's and Harrods.
~1620 ftE
Cemetery
Hyde Park pet cemetery, London
8 min walk • The Hyde Park pet cemetery is a disused burial ground for animals in Hyde Park, London. It was established in 1880 or 1881 in the garden of Victoria Lodge, home of one of the park keepers.
~1790 ftS
Vernacular architecture, Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Physical Energy Sculpture, London
9 min walk • Physical Energy is a bronze equestrian statue by English artist George Frederic Watts. Watts was principally a painter, but also worked on sculptures from the 1870s. Physical Energy was first cast in 1902, two years before his death, and was intended to be Watts's memorial to "unknown worth".
0.5 miNE
Bridge
The Rolling Bridge, London
14 min walk • The Rolling Bridge is a type of curling moveable bridge completed in 2004 as part of the Grand Union Canal office and retail development project at Paddington Basin, London.
~1110 ftE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Edward Jenner, London
6 min walk • A statue of Edward Jenner, the physician, scientist and pioneer of the world's first vaccine, is located in Kensington Gardens in London. A work of the sculptor William Calder Marshall, the bronze was originally unveiled by Albert, Prince Consort in Trafalgar Square on 17 May 1858, before being moved to its present location in 1862.
0.4 miW
Synagogue, Eclectic architecture, Moorish revival architecture
New West End Synagogue, London
12 min walk • The New West End Synagogue, located in St. Petersburgh Place, Bayswater, London, is one of the oldest synagogues in the United Kingdom still in use.
0.4 miSW
Park
Elfin Oak, London
11 min walk • The Elfin Oak is the stump of a 900-year-old oak tree located in Kensington Gardens, London, carved and painted to look as though elves, gnomes, fairies and small animals are living in its bark.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lancaster Gate?

Nearby attractions include Lancaster Gate Hotel, London (3 min walk), Craven Hill Gardens, London (4 min walk), Leinster Gardens, London (5 min walk), Statue of Edward Jenner, London (6 min walk).

How to get to Lancaster Gate by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lancaster Gate:

Bus

Lancaster Gate • Lines: 148, 94, N207 (2 min walk)
Leinster Terrace • Lines: 148, 94, N207 (3 min walk)

Metro

Lancaster Gate • Lines: Central (6 min walk)
Queensway • Lines: Central (9 min walk)

Train

London Paddington (11 min walk)
London Marylebone (29 min walk)