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Charlton Village. Handy for local shops and the wonderful Village Greengrocers which is excellent for fresh bread, great wines and wonderful fruit, vegetables and fresh farmers market quality produce. A very short walk. Try Warren Walk as a short cut.
Charlton
Charlton Village. Handy for local shops and the wonderful Village Greengrocers which is excellent for fresh bread, great wines and wonderful fruit, vegetables and fresh farmers market quality produce. A very short walk. Try Warren Walk as a short cut.
The Royal Blackheath Standard is well worth a visit. It is the locals secret part of Blackheath! It has pubs and cafes, lovely local shops and a Marks and Spencers Food Hall. Take the 54 bus a couple of stops or a 15 minute walk.
Stratheden Parade
Stratheden ParadeThe Royal Blackheath Standard is well worth a visit. It is the locals secret part of Blackheath! It has pubs and cafes, lovely local shops and a Marks and Spencers Food Hall. Take the 54 bus a couple of stops or a 15 minute walk.
Fantastic for restaurants and bars. Known for its expansive heath of the same name, tranquil Blackheath has a village feel. Take the 54 bus.
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Blackheath
Prince Charles RoadFantastic for restaurants and bars. Known for its expansive heath of the same name, tranquil Blackheath has a village feel. Take the 54 bus.
Fantastic for restaurants and bars. Greenwich is known for its maritime history, it's home to the Cutty Sark, a restored 19th-century ship, the huge National Maritime Museum, and the classical buildings of the Old Royal Naval College. The modern O2 arena sits on a peninsula to the north. Overlooking peaceful Greenwich Park, the Royal Observatory is the site of the Greenwich meridian line. Take the train to Greenwich.
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Greenwich
Fantastic for restaurants and bars. Greenwich is known for its maritime history, it's home to the Cutty Sark, a restored 19th-century ship, the huge National Maritime Museum, and the classical buildings of the Old Royal Naval College. The modern O2 arena sits on a peninsula to the north. Overlooking peaceful Greenwich Park, the Royal Observatory is the site of the Greenwich meridian line. Take the train to Greenwich.
More edgy than Greenwich or Blackheath. Deptford High Street has a street market, a golden-clad library, one of London’s finest baroque churches, lots of bars & restaurants and plenty of history. Take the train to Deptford.
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Deptford
More edgy than Greenwich or Blackheath. Deptford High Street has a street market, a golden-clad library, one of London’s finest baroque churches, lots of bars & restaurants and plenty of history. Take the train to Deptford.
Canary Wharf has a shopping centre with lots of bars and restaurants. Take the 422 or 486 bus and it is one stop away on the tube from North Greenwich.
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Canary Wharf
1 Bank StCanary Wharf has a shopping centre with lots of bars and restaurants. Take the 422 or 486 bus and it is one stop away on the tube from North Greenwich.
Coal Drops Yard, Kings Cross. If you want to go a little further away, It is easy to get to Kings Cross taking the Thameslink from Charlton station. They run one an hour. Coal Drops Yard has many shops and stores and is designed by Thomas Heatherwick.
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King's Cross
Coal Drops Yard, Kings Cross. If you want to go a little further away, It is easy to get to Kings Cross taking the Thameslink from Charlton station. They run one an hour. Coal Drops Yard has many shops and stores and is designed by Thomas Heatherwick.
Sightseeing
Arena hosting concerts from the world's top stars and elite sporting events for up to 20,000 fans. Take the 422 or 486 bus.
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The O2
Peninsula SquareArena hosting concerts from the world's top stars and elite sporting events for up to 20,000 fans. Take the 422 or 486 bus.
Visit the Royal Observatory, Cutty Sark, National Maritime Museum and the Queen's House - all at the heart of Greenwich's UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take the train to Greenwich.
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National Maritime Museum
Romney RoadVisit the Royal Observatory, Cutty Sark, National Maritime Museum and the Queen's House - all at the heart of Greenwich's UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take the train to Greenwich.
Experience Unique And Breathtaking Views Of London's Captivating Skyline With the Emirates cable car. Take the 422 or 486 bus.
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Emirates Greenwich Peninsula station
Edmund Halley WayExperience Unique And Breathtaking Views Of London's Captivating Skyline With the Emirates cable car. Take the 422 or 486 bus.
Queen's House is a former royal residence built between 1616 and 1635 near Greenwich Palace. Take the train to Greenwich.
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Casa de la Reina
Romney RoadQueen's House is a former royal residence built between 1616 and 1635 near Greenwich Palace. Take the train to Greenwich.
Greenwich Park is a former hunting park in Greenwich and one of the largest single green spaces in south-east London. Take the train to Maze Hill.
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Parque de Greenwich
Greenwich Park is a former hunting park in Greenwich and one of the largest single green spaces in south-east London. Take the train to Maze Hill.
This cycle route follows the Thames Path extension east. The path follows the south bank of the river from the Thames flood barrier at Woolwich east past the famous Woolwich Arsenal and the Firepower museum. Pick up the path at Anchor and Hope Lane.
Thames Path
Thames PathThis cycle route follows the Thames Path extension east. The path follows the south bank of the river from the Thames flood barrier at Woolwich east past the famous Woolwich Arsenal and the Firepower museum. Pick up the path at Anchor and Hope Lane.
The Thames Barrier is a retractable barrier system that is designed to prevent the floodplain of most of Greater London from being flooded by exceptionally high tides and storm surges moving up from the North Sea. Take the bus: 161, 177, 180 or 472 on the lower road.
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Thames Barrier
The Thames Barrier is a retractable barrier system that is designed to prevent the floodplain of most of Greater London from being flooded by exceptionally high tides and storm surges moving up from the North Sea. Take the bus: 161, 177, 180 or 472 on the lower road.
Charlton House is a Jacobean building with a tea room and walled gardens. A short walk.
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Charlton House
Charlton RoadCharlton House is a Jacobean building with a tea room and walled gardens. A short walk.
Folly dating to the 18th century, with tea room and observation deck. Severndroog Castle, Castle Wood, Shooters Hill, London SE18 3RT. Take the 486 bus.
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Severndroog Castle
Shooters HillFolly dating to the 18th century, with tea room and observation deck. Severndroog Castle, Castle Wood, Shooters Hill, London SE18 3RT. Take the 486 bus.
A site of special scientific interest, the ancient Oxleas woods covers 77 hectares and is at least 8,000 years old. Take a walk through the woods of oak, silver birch, hornbeam and coppice hazel. Take the 486 bus towards Woolwich.
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Oxleas Wood
Crown Woods LaneA site of special scientific interest, the ancient Oxleas woods covers 77 hectares and is at least 8,000 years old. Take a walk through the woods of oak, silver birch, hornbeam and coppice hazel. Take the 486 bus towards Woolwich.
The Pleasaunce is a little gem of a small park, a secret garden hidden behind residential roads in East Greenwich and only really known to locals.
It is a formal, tree-lined garden housing a naval burial site, plus a cafe, playground and community. Take the train one stop in Westcombe Park.
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East Greenwich Pleasaunce
10 Chevening RdThe Pleasaunce is a little gem of a small park, a secret garden hidden behind residential roads in East Greenwich and only really known to locals.
It is a formal, tree-lined garden housing a naval burial site, plus a cafe, playground and community. Take the train one stop in Westcombe Park.
Food scene
Charlton Village- Best local shop. Good for fresh bread, great wines and wonderful fruit, vegetables and fresh farmers market quality produce. 2 The Village, London SE7 8UD. A very short walk.
The Village Greengrocers
2 The VillageCharlton Village- Best local shop. Good for fresh bread, great wines and wonderful fruit, vegetables and fresh farmers market quality produce. 2 The Village, London SE7 8UD. A very short walk.
Local Food-halls. There are two Marks and Spencer’s close by. One is on the lower road- 1-5 Gallions Road, SE7 7FA and one at The Blackheath Standard. Stratheden Rd, Blackheath, London SE3 7SX.
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M&S Blackheath Simply Food
17 Stratheden RdLocal Food-halls. There are two Marks and Spencer’s close by. One is on the lower road- 1-5 Gallions Road, SE7 7FA and one at The Blackheath Standard. Stratheden Rd, Blackheath, London SE3 7SX.
Takeaway- Great affordable take away. Delicious doner kebap, pide and a wide variety of Turkish foods. 172 Woolwich Rd, London SE7 7RA. Take the 177 bus on the lower road.
EaTurkish
172 Woolwich RoadTakeaway- Great affordable take away. Delicious doner kebap, pide and a wide variety of Turkish foods. 172 Woolwich Rd, London SE7 7RA. Take the 177 bus on the lower road.
Takeaway- A Local Artisan market style Neapolitan Pizzeria. Eat pizza in the beer garden of the pub, a short bus ride away, or order take away. Rust Bucket at The Bull, 151 Shooters Hill, London SE18 3HP. Take the 422 bus.
Rust Bucket Pizza Co.
Takeaway- A Local Artisan market style Neapolitan Pizzeria. Eat pizza in the beer garden of the pub, a short bus ride away, or order take away. Rust Bucket at The Bull, 151 Shooters Hill, London SE18 3HP. Take the 422 bus.
Takeaway- Contemporary curry house and bar serving straightforward Indian/Bangladeshi fare situated very close to Westcombe Park train station. 1-3 Station Cres, London SE3 7EQ
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The Brown Derby
332 Kennington LnTakeaway- Contemporary curry house and bar serving straightforward Indian/Bangladeshi fare situated very close to Westcombe Park train station. 1-3 Station Cres, London SE3 7EQ
Takeaway. The Royal Standard- The best local fish and chip shop. 26 Old Dover Road, London, SE3 7BT. Take the 54 or 422 bus.
Standard Fish Bar
26 Old Dover RdTakeaway. The Royal Standard- The best local fish and chip shop. 26 Old Dover Road, London, SE3 7BT. Take the 54 or 422 bus.
Laicram Thai
1 Blackheath GroveTakeaway. This is a long-standing and traditional Thai restaurant. Blackheath.
The Royal Standard- Great local cafe for coffee's cakes and breakfast at The Royal Blackheath Standard. 48 Vanbrugh Park, London SE3 7AA. Take 422 or 54 bus.
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Boulangerie Jade
9 Major Draper StThe Royal Standard- Great local cafe for coffee's cakes and breakfast at The Royal Blackheath Standard. 48 Vanbrugh Park, London SE3 7AA. Take 422 or 54 bus.
The Royal Standard- GG Sparkes Traditional Master Butchers - Specialsing in Rare-breed, Free-range & Organic Meat - Est: 1952. 24 Old Dover Rd, London SE3 7BT. Take the 54 or 422 bus.
GG Sparkes Traditional Butchers LLP
24 Old Dover RoadThe Royal Standard- GG Sparkes Traditional Master Butchers - Specialsing in Rare-breed, Free-range & Organic Meat - Est: 1952. 24 Old Dover Rd, London SE3 7BT. Take the 54 or 422 bus.
Greenwich- Amazing hidden riverside location. Light-filled, Georgian riverside pub over 3 floors, with Thames views from the elegant dining room. 4-6 Ballast Quay, London SE10 9PD. Take the 177 bus on the lower road to Vanbrugh Hill, a short walk from there.
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The Cutty Sark
14 Joyce Dawson WayGreenwich- Amazing hidden riverside location. Light-filled, Georgian riverside pub over 3 floors, with Thames views from the elegant dining room. 4-6 Ballast Quay, London SE10 9PD. Take the 177 bus on the lower road to Vanbrugh Hill, a short walk from there.
Greenwich- Midpoint Restaurant offers the finest authentic Turkish food. 3 Anchor Iron Wharf, London SE10 9GL. Take the 177 bus on the lower road to Vanbrugh Hill, a short walk from there.
Midpoint Restaurant
Ballast QuayGreenwich- Midpoint Restaurant offers the finest authentic Turkish food. 3 Anchor Iron Wharf, London SE10 9GL. Take the 177 bus on the lower road to Vanbrugh Hill, a short walk from there.
Greenwich- Stylish pub with amazing riverside views and a local menu featuring meat & fish dishes, plus beer. 11 Victoria Parade, London SE10 9FR. Take the train to Greenwich, a short walk from there.
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The Sail Loft
11 Victoria ParadeGreenwich- Stylish pub with amazing riverside views and a local menu featuring meat & fish dishes, plus beer. 11 Victoria Parade, London SE10 9FR. Take the train to Greenwich, a short walk from there.
Greenwich- Fantastic selection of wines. Established in 2002, Theatre of Wine is a retailer with one of the most eclectic ranges of wines, beers and spirits in the UK. Take the 177 bus on the lower road.
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Theatre of Wine
124 Junction RdGreenwich- Fantastic selection of wines. Established in 2002, Theatre of Wine is a retailer with one of the most eclectic ranges of wines, beers and spirits in the UK. Take the 177 bus on the lower road.
Greenwich- This perfect pit stop to grab a drink while strolling down the River Thames. Open from breakfast through to dinner and serving your favourite pub classics with contemporary twists. 23 Telegraph Avenue, Greenwich, London, SE10 0TH. Take the 422 bus, get off at Tunnel Avenue, its a short walk from there..
Enderby House
23 Telegraph AvenueGreenwich- This perfect pit stop to grab a drink while strolling down the River Thames. Open from breakfast through to dinner and serving your favourite pub classics with contemporary twists. 23 Telegraph Avenue, Greenwich, London, SE10 0TH. Take the 422 bus, get off at Tunnel Avenue, its a short walk from there..
Greenwich- Longtime, indoor market with up to 120 stalls for antiques, art & other goods, plus take-out bites.
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Greenwich Market
5B Greenwich MarketGreenwich- Longtime, indoor market with up to 120 stalls for antiques, art & other goods, plus take-out bites.
Greenwich- Asian-inspired & Japanese chain restaurant where dishes are whisked to long communal tables. The O2 Greenwich. Take the 422 or 486 bus.
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Wagamama O2
Greenwich- Asian-inspired & Japanese chain restaurant where dishes are whisked to long communal tables. The O2 Greenwich. Take the 422 or 486 bus.
Blackheath- The dough is made on site every day and all pizzas are made fresh to order. 58-62 Tranquil Vale, Blackheath, London SE3 0BN. Take the 54 bus.
Franco Manca
58-62 Tranquil ValeBlackheath- The dough is made on site every day and all pizzas are made fresh to order. 58-62 Tranquil Vale, Blackheath, London SE3 0BN. Take the 54 bus.
Blackheath- A place to enjoy all the things that are great about a real pub, conversation, food & drink and above all the atmosphere. 1a Hare and Billet Rd, Blackheath, London SE3. Take the 54 bus.
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Hare & Billet
1a Hare and Billet RdBlackheath- A place to enjoy all the things that are great about a real pub, conversation, food & drink and above all the atmosphere. 1a Hare and Billet Rd, Blackheath, London SE3. Take the 54 bus.
Blackheath- Côte Brasserie is open for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Inspired by Parisian brasseries, Côte brings a flavour of France to Blackheath. 15-16 Royal Parade, Blackheath, London SE3 0TL. Take the 54 bus.
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Côte Brasserie - Blackheath
15-16 Royal ParadeBlackheath- Côte Brasserie is open for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Inspired by Parisian brasseries, Côte brings a flavour of France to Blackheath. 15-16 Royal Parade, Blackheath, London SE3 0TL. Take the 54 bus.
Blackheath- Fresh beer straight from the tanks plus wood-fired pizza and kilo pots of mussels. 29-31 Montpelier Vale, Blackheath, London SE3 0TJ. Take the 54 bus.
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Zerodegrees
29-31 Montpelier ValeBlackheath- Fresh beer straight from the tanks plus wood-fired pizza and kilo pots of mussels. 29-31 Montpelier Vale, Blackheath, London SE3 0TJ. Take the 54 bus.
Blackheath. Great place for a special occasion but a little pricey! Considered eatery influenced by Scandinavian & French cuisines known for its tasting menus & wine list.
Copper & Ink
5 Lee RdBlackheath. Great place for a special occasion but a little pricey! Considered eatery influenced by Scandinavian & French cuisines known for its tasting menus & wine list.
Blackheath- The Ivy Café Blackheath brings friendly, sophisticated all-day dining. Nice for cocktails and special meals. Take the 54 bus.
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The Ivy Cafe Blackheath
43-45 Montpelier ValeBlackheath- The Ivy Café Blackheath brings friendly, sophisticated all-day dining. Nice for cocktails and special meals. Take the 54 bus.
Blackheath. Great place for breakfast, coffee or cakes. Gails bake fresh, handmade bread, pastries and cakes every day, served with carefully-sourced house blend specialty coffee. Take the 54 or 422 bus.
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GAIL's Bakery Blackheath
3 Blackheath VillageBlackheath. Great place for breakfast, coffee or cakes. Gails bake fresh, handmade bread, pastries and cakes every day, served with carefully-sourced house blend specialty coffee. Take the 54 or 422 bus.
Woolwich- Since 2010 this restored 18th century armoury has been at the heart of the Royal Arsenal community. Great place for pizza and beers, classic seasonal dishes freshly prepared. Take the 422 bus.
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Dial Arch
No 1 StreetWoolwich- Since 2010 this restored 18th century armoury has been at the heart of the Royal Arsenal community. Great place for pizza and beers, classic seasonal dishes freshly prepared. Take the 422 bus.
Deptford- Easygoing local eatery for homemade pasta & changing sauces plus meats, seafood & Italian wines. 165A Deptford High St, London SE8 3NU. Take the train to Deptford.
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Marcella
165A Deptford High StDeptford- Easygoing local eatery for homemade pasta & changing sauces plus meats, seafood & Italian wines. 165A Deptford High St, London SE8 3NU. Take the train to Deptford.
Deptford- Sourdough pizza restaurant focuses on seasonal, sustainable produce & natural wine. 144a Deptford High Street, SE8 3PQ
Sodo Pizza Deptford
Deptford- Sourdough pizza restaurant focuses on seasonal, sustainable produce & natural wine. 144a Deptford High Street, SE8 3PQ
Deptford- Small plates, cocktails and natural wines in Deptford. 7 Watergate Street. London SE8 3HR. Take the train to Deptford.
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The Watergate
7 Watergate StreetDeptford- Small plates, cocktails and natural wines in Deptford. 7 Watergate Street. London SE8 3HR. Take the train to Deptford.
Deptford- A welcoming pub in the heart of Deptford, serving up Japanese street food, fantastic booze, board gaming and a bit of general silliness. 139 Deptford High St, London SE8 3NU. Take the train to Deptford.
Badger Badger
145 Deptford High StreetDeptford- A welcoming pub in the heart of Deptford, serving up Japanese street food, fantastic booze, board gaming and a bit of general silliness. 139 Deptford High St, London SE8 3NU. Take the train to Deptford.
Deptford- Vibrant commercial area with repurposed railway arches, housing a mix of indie shops & eateries. Deptford Market Yard, London SE8 4BX. Take the train to Deptford.
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Deptford Market Yard
Deptford Market YardDeptford- Vibrant commercial area with repurposed railway arches, housing a mix of indie shops & eateries. Deptford Market Yard, London SE8 4BX. Take the train to Deptford.
Lee- The Lord Northbrook is a stylish Victorian pub serving first-class beers and tasty homemade food. 116 Burnt Ash Rd, London SE12 8PU. Take the 54 bus to Blackheath and then the 202 bus to Lee.
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Lord Northbrook
116 Burnt Ash RoadLee- The Lord Northbrook is a stylish Victorian pub serving first-class beers and tasty homemade food. 116 Burnt Ash Rd, London SE12 8PU. Take the 54 bus to Blackheath and then the 202 bus to Lee.
Lewisham- Independent restaurant serving up an eclectic menu with british produce and far flung flavours from around the world. 2 Rennell St, London SE13 7HD. Take the 54 bus.
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Sparrow
2 Rennell StLewisham- Independent restaurant serving up an eclectic menu with british produce and far flung flavours from around the world. 2 Rennell St, London SE13 7HD. Take the 54 bus.
Kings Cross. If you want to go a little further away Caravan is a lovely place to eat. It easy to get to Kings Cross taking the Thameslink from Charlton station. They run one an hour. You can explore Coal Drops Yard there designed by Thomas Heatherwick.
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Caravan King's Cross
1 Granary SquareKings Cross. If you want to go a little further away Caravan is a lovely place to eat. It easy to get to Kings Cross taking the Thameslink from Charlton station. They run one an hour. You can explore Coal Drops Yard there designed by Thomas Heatherwick.