Battersea Arts Centre, London

Name: Battersea Arts Centre
Address: London, United Kingdom

#644 among attractions in London

Theater, Victorian architecture

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The Battersea Arts Centre is a performance space specialising in theatre productions. Located near Clapham Junction railway station in Battersea, in the London Borough of Wandsworth, it was formerly Battersea Town Hall. It is a Grade II* listed building. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°27'53"N, 0°9'39"W

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Wandsworth (Shaftesbury)London United Kingdom

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Day trips

Battersea Arts Centre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lavender Hill, Chelsea Harbour, Albert Bridge, Battersea Park.

~630 ftE
Shopping, Street, Shopping district
Lavender Hill, London
4 min walk • Nestled in the bustling metropolis of London, Lavender Hill adds a touch of quaint charm and history to the city's diverse tapestry of streets. Known for its vibrant community and local commerce, Lavender Hill is more than just a thoroughfare; it's a destination that...
1 miNW
Sailing, Marina
Chelsea Harbour, London
26 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, Chelsea Harbour stands as a contemporary beacon of luxury and exclusivity. Located in the affluent area of Chelsea, this mixed-use development is a premier destination for those looking to immerse themselves in a blend of modern...
1.2 miN
Bridge
Albert Bridge, London
32 min walk • Albert Bridge is a road bridge over the River Thames connecting Chelsea in Central London on the north bank to Battersea on the south.
1 miN
Riverside park with woods and kid's zoo
Battersea Park, London
26 min walk • Battersea Park is a 200-acre green space at Battersea in the London Borough of Wandsworth in London. It is situated on the south bank of the River Thames opposite Chelsea and was opened in 1858.
1.2 miNW
Bridge
Battersea Bridge, London
32 min walk • Battersea Bridge is a five-span arch bridge with cast-iron girders and granite piers crossing the River Thames in London, England. It is situated on a sharp bend in the river, and links Battersea south of the river with Chelsea to the north.
0.7 miSE
Park
Clapham Common, London
17 min walk • Clapham Common is a large triangular urban park in Clapham, south London, England. Originally common land for the parishes of Battersea and Clapham, it was converted to parkland under the terms of the Metropolitan Commons Act 1878.
1.1 miSW
Park
Wandsworth Common, London
27 min walk • Wandsworth Common is a public common in Wandsworth, in the London Borough of Wandsworth, south London. It is 69.43 hectares and is maintained and regulated by Wandsworth Council. It is also a Ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth. The population of the ward at the 2011 Census was 15,247.
1.6 miNW
Church, Romanesque architecture
Chapel at College of St Mark and St John, London
42 min walk • The Chapel at the College of St Mark and St John is a Grade II listed building at 349a Fulham Road, Chelsea, London SW10 9TW.
~880 ftE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
The Ascension, London
5 min walk • The Ascension of The Lord, Lavender Hill, is an Anglican church in the Anglo-Catholic tradition, situated on Lavender Hill, in Battersea, South West London. It is thought to be the first church in England dedicated to The Ascension of The Lord.
1.4 miNE
Shopping, Market
New Covent Garden Market, London
37 min walk • New Covent Garden Market is the largest wholesale fruit, vegetable and flower market in the United Kingdom. Located in Nine Elms, London, the market covers a site of 57 acres and is home to about 200 fruit, vegetable and flower companies.
~1580 ftW
Shopping, Department store
Arding & Hobbs, London
8 min walk • Arding & Hobbs is a former department store and Grade II listed building at the junction of Lavender Hill and St John's Road, Battersea, London SW11 1QL. Arding & Hobbs was established in 1876. The present building was constructed in 1910 in an Edwardian Baroque style, and the architect was James Gibson.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Battersea Arts Centre?

Nearby attractions include Lavender Hill, London (4 min walk), The Ascension, London (5 min walk), Battersea, London (8 min walk), Clapham Grand, London (11 min walk).

How to get to Battersea Arts Centre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Battersea Arts Centre:

Bus

Battersea Arts Centre • Lines: 156, 345, 77, 87, N87 (1 min walk)
Lavender Hill Police Station • Lines: 156, 345, 77, 87, G1, N87 (4 min walk)

Train

Clapham Junction (11 min walk)
Queenstown Road (25 min walk)

Ferry

Plantation Wharf Pier • Lines: Rb6 (25 min walk)
Chelsea Harbour Pier • Lines: Rb6 (27 min walk)

Metro

Clapham South • Lines: Northern (26 min walk)
Battersea Power Station • Lines: Northern (33 min walk)