Visitor attractions and information
- Woolwich
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Thames Barrier. The Thames Barrier is the world's second largest
movable flood barrier, and was built to counter London's vulnerability
to flooding. The structure is located on the River Thames at
Woolwich. About 2 miles west of Woolwich. |
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Eltham Palace, Court Yard, London, SE9 5QE. Tel: 020 8294 2548.
Henry VIII grew up here. In 1933 the palace was bought by Stephen
and Virginia Courtauld, who restored the Great Hall and built
their adjoining Art Deco home. Please check the main English
Heritage website for the latest information on opening times
at Eltham Palace. (Photo (c) English Heritage). About 3 miles south of Woolwich. |
elthampalace.org.uk
english-heritage.org.uk
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Charlton Athletic FC,
The Valley, Floyd Road, Charlton, SE7 8BL. Tel: 020-8333-4000. About 2 miles
west of Woolwich. |
www.cafc.co.uk |
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Firepower Royal Artillery Museum, Royal Arsenal,
Woolwich, London SE18 6ST. Tel: 020 8855 7755. This engaging
weapons museum shows every gun up close and details in which
conflicts it was used in and with which ammunition. You can also
watch videos demonstrating the pieces in use and see how each
works. Its a fascinating London attraction that looks at
how military personnel use armoury today - even in peacekeeping
missions. In Woolwich.
Gain free entry to Firepower Royal Artillery Museum and dozens of other London Attractions - with the London Pass. |
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London Attractions
South of the Thames |