London South West

London South West

South West London is an area full of attractions. You can go on a tour of Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, and Buckingham Palace, visit the world famous Wimbledon or take in the sites of Whitehall, where you can view Churchill's wartime HQ. While you can see the Headquarters of MI5 at Thames House, they won't let you in! If its museums you are after then you have come to the right place. South west London is home to the Natural History museum, the Science museum and the Victoria & Albert museum to name but a few. There are also museums to writers and artists such William Hogarth and Thomas Carlyle.

There are plenty of recreational venues to keep you entertained, including a wetland centre, a chocolate shop and factory, the Saatchi art gallery, plus Chelsea Flower show each May. Next door to the flower show can be found the home of the Chelsea Pensioners, war veterans who often wander around bemedalled and dressed in uniform, while kit of another kind is sported by Chelsea, Fulham and Brentford FCs.

Venues in this location

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UK Supreme Court

The Supreme Court, as well as being the final court of appeal, plays an important role in the development of United Kingdom law.

As an appeal court, The Supreme Court cannot consider a case unless a relevant order has been made in a lower court.

The Supreme Court:

Victoria and Albert Museum

The Victoria and Albert Museum offers a huge range of exhibits covering aspects of art and design such as ceramics, fashion and clothing, furniture, gless and jewelry, as well as much much more.

The V&A is free to visit but you need to book in advance for self-directed group visits and for any programmes on offer.

Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey is Britain's foremost religious building and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located next to the Houses of Parliament and a short distance away from Buckingham Palace, the Abbey has been the site of many coronations, royal weddings, state burials and services.

Big Bus Tours

Your open-top bus tour showcases the best of London's tourist attractions

London Wetland Centre

An urban oasis for wildlife and people

London Wetland Centre brings the countryside to London and was voted the UK's Favourite Nature Reserve by the public in the Countryfile Magazine Awards 2012. Although close to the heart of the capital it is a haven of tranquility for both wildlife and people. 

UK Houses of Parliament

Connecting schools and young people to Parliament

Whether it be to understand the process of law making, how a general election works, what your MP does, or simply to visit the historic and beautiful Charles Barry and Augustus Pugin-designed Palace of Westminster, the Education team have a vast array of opportunities and resources to offer you.

Visit Parliament

Club Europe Educational Tours

With over 30 years’ experience, Club Europe are industry leaders in group travel for both UK and international students.

WWT Wetlands

WWT is a conservation charity that saves wetlands, which are essential for life itself. Wetlands are the primary source of drinking water for people and wildlife. They also connect us with nature, and with ourselves, through beautiful landscapes and inspiring encounters with wildlife.

Young Driver

A Revolution in Road Safety

You can't get a driving licence in the UK until you're 17 but now, thanks to Young Driver, if you're 11 or over, you can learn to drive at one of our UK centres.

575 Wandsworth Road

An extraordinary home and an intriguing work of art

The hand-carved fretwork interior of this modest, early 19th-century, terraced house is enthralling and inspiring.

Tate Museums

The Tate organisation is one of the foremost providers of art galleries and experiences for young people in the UK today.

We have four galleries:

Tate Britain

Tate Modern

Tate Liverpool

Tate St Ives

Kings College School

Established in 1980 Britain’s most experienced summer holiday operator for children and teenagers aged 3-17 years. With a host of exciting and adventurous activities to choose from.

Museum of Wimbledon

Welcome to the Museum of Wimbledon.

Whether you live in the area or just have an interest in our rich local history, we would like to introduce you to a wealth of resources available at your fingertips.

Russian Orthodox Cathedral

The Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God and All Saints is a Russian Orthodox Cathedral.

Youth meetings take place where Vladyka Elisey and the priests of the Cathedral give talks on theological subjects and answer to questions of concern of young people in warm homely atmosphere with a cup of tea.

Cabaret Mechanical Theatre

The Cabaret Mechanical Theatre is a collection of contemporary automata, which is a kind of mechanical sculpture. Nearly all of the work in the collection is humorous.

Part of the collection is currently in a special exhibition at the American Visionary Arts Museum in Baltimore.

Tate Britain

Tate Britain houses a collection of British art from 1500 to the present day.

British Exploring Society

British Exploring Society is an educational charity. We inspire young people from all backgrounds to unlock their potential through exploration on demanding and scientific expeditions, helping them and society better understand the world around us.

Wimbledon Park Watersports Centre

The Wimbledon Park Watersports Centre offers a range of activities for the whole community. All activities are run by qualified professional staff.

Our sailing boats include - Drascombe Lugger, Wayfarer, Laser 2000, RS Feva, 370 Rondar, Laser, Pico's, Topper, Taz, Optimist, Fun boats, access sailing dinghies.

The Queen Elizabeth II Centre

Since being opened by Her Majesty The Queen in 1986, The Queen Elizabeth II Centre has been the venue for thousands of successful events, many of them high profile.  We have gained a reputation as a premier event venue in central London, and currently host around 400 events each year. 

Chelsea Football Club

The tour of Stamford Bridge is not to be missed. Home of the incredible Chelsea Football Club, it’s a fun, informative and unforgettable experience enjoyed by sports fans of all ages from all over the world.

Household Cavalry Museum

A most unusual living museum, where amongst other things you can watch troopers working with horses in the original 18th century stables through a huge glass partition.

Through a large glazed partition you can see troopers working with horses in the original 18th century stables.

Guards Museum

The Guards Museum is an excellent place to take your little (and large!) military buffs, plus anyone who would like to find out about the role of Foot Guards through history.

Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum

Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum is the largest tennis museum in the world. The museum was inaugurated at The Championships centenary event in 1977. Exhibits from as far back as 1555 form part of a huge collection of artefacts from the days of real tennis to the modern game.

One Great George Street

Headquarters of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), this historic Grade II listed building was constructed between 1910 and 1913.  

The conference, event and wedding venue is located in the centre of Westminster and has 21 function rooms including the stunning Great Hall which can host events for up to 400 people.

Deen City Farm

Deen City Farm is a unique, educational resource in SW London, open free of charge.

Our aim is to give people the opportunity to learn from their visit and contribution to a Working Farm.

The Farm is based on National Trust land (part of the Morden Hall Park Estate) and you can reach the Farm after a pleasant stroll from Morden across Morden Hall Park.

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