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Battersea takes its name from an ancient island settlement and has a long history. Among the many tourist attractions and well-known edifices are: Battersea Power Station, The Festival Gardens, Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, New Covent Garden Market, Battersea Park, The London Heliport and St Mary's Church, burial place of Benedict Arnold.

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Battersea Arts Centre

The Battersea Arts Centre is the second largest arts centre in the country, and receives over one quarter of a million visitors annually, as well as playing host to over...

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Battersea Bridge

It was an Act of Parliament in 1766 that authorised Earl Spencer to build a river crossing between Battersea and Chelsea on the River Thames. The Earl, who operated...

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Battersea High Street Market

Battersea High Street Market is an institution in South London. Situated at the crossroads between York Road that leads out of London and close to the major railway interchange...

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Battersea Library

Housed in a magnificent Victorian structure at the foot of historic Lavender Hill, Battersea Library is far more than a book depository. It serves as the centre of community...

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Battersea Methodist Mission

Battersea Methodist Mission is a large complex offering a great deal of services, spiritual and practical under one roof. This centre at the heart of the vibrant suburb of...

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Battersea Park

Battersea Park is one of the largest and most diverse of London’s inner city parks. Situated beside the river Thames it’s a popular spot for locals and tourists alike....

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Battersea Park Children's Zoo

Battersea Park Children's Zoo has been a popular fixture with young children and their parents since it opened. Although only a small facility it contains a great selection of...

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Battersea Power Station

Designed by Giles Gilbert Scott this iconic landmark was completed in 1939 and powered much of South London until its closure in 1980. The dark majesty of the Grade...

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Battersea Spiritualist Church

Battersea Spiritualist Church is a lively Christian community located within walking distance of Clapham Junction Railway Station. The church can be found in the middle of a residential street...

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Battersea Square

A trendy, up and coming area of gentrified Battersea. The square is home to several restaurants, pubs and bars in which celebrities can often be spotted. It is...

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Christ Church and St. Stephen

This 20th Century church was designed by the well-known architect Thomas Ford and completed in 1959. It stands at the centre of the busy and multi-ethnic suburb of Battersea...

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Church Of The Nazarene

This friendly church is located directly opposite the Grant Road entrance to Clapham Junction Station, the busiest railway station in Europe. The church is home to a friendly, young...

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Clapham Junction

Clapham Junction station is the busiest train station in Europe, and by sheer weight of trains, the whole world. Every day more than 2000 trains pass through its sixteen...

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Clapham Junction Centre

This compact shopping centre is situated immediately adjacent to Clapham Junction Railway Station on the border between Battersea and Clapham in southwest London. The facility has a great deal...

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Couper Collection

The Couper Collection exhibits the artistic works of London artist Max Couper. The exhibitions are onboard a series of London barges moored on the banks of the River Thames...

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Edward Wilson's House

Edward Adrian Wilson was one of the great polar explorers of his time although his legend has always been somewhat overshadowed by that of Captain Scott who he died alongside...

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Fred Wells Gardens

Fred Wells Gardens is a medium-sized public park close to the River Thames at the heart of he south London suburb of Battersea. The park has a good selection...

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Human Sundial

The Human Sundial was commissioned as part of a project by Wandsworth Council to brighten up the streets of south London. The sundial works just as it sounds, if...

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In Town

This sculpture was created by well-known contemporary artist John Ravera and paid for by a local housing development company. Situated on the south bank of the River Thames next...

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Jongleurs Comedy Club

Jongleurs Battersea was the first of a small chain of comedy clubs in London that quickly expanded to many of the United Kingdom’s major cities. This charming 200-seat venue...

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Latchmere Leisure Centre

This community leisure centre offers a wide range of fitness and sporting facilities to cater for the busy people of this metropolitan borough. The centre has a large swimming...

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Lavender Hill

Lavender Hill is one of the most popular entertainment and shopping streets in southwest London. Located close to Clapham Junction railway station, the busy street has grown quickly into...

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Millennium Arena

There has been a sporting facility on this site since the 1920s, but this modern open access arena was opened in the year 2000. The arena offers open access...

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Oake Room Gospel Church

The Oake Room Gospel Church is a small and simple facility located close to Clapham Junction Station at the heart of Battersea. The church makes up for in the...

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Peace Pagoda

This magnificent monument is situated on the edge of the Thames half way along the riverside of Battersea Park, making it visible to people for miles in either direction along...

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Prices Candle Factory

Opened in 1830 Prices Candle Factory once took up much of the banks of the Thames between Wandsworth Bridge and the centre of Battersea. Barges would collect the candles...

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Pump House Gallery, The

Located at the heart of South London’s most beautiful park, this art gallery offers a wide range of exhibitions throughout the year. Built in 1861 as a Victorian pump...

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Puppet Centre Trust

The Puppet Centre Trust was established in 1974 as a way of giving more recognition to the art form which is often overlooked by serious critics. This large collection...

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Sacred Heart Church

During the industrial revolution the small London borough of Battersea grew enormously in population. This was due to the expansion of the nearby railway network that was being constructed...

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St Mary’s Church

St. Mary’s Church is a fascinating congregation based on the southern banks of the River Thames. There has been a place of worship on the site for well over...

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St. Marks Church

This attractive inner city church is now one of the most popular congregations in Battersea, but until relatively recently the building had fallen into disrepair and looked likely to have...

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St. Paul's Church

St. Paul's Church is one of the most interesting and beautifully crafted in the Battersea are of south London. This ecclesiastical structure proudly stands on St. John's Hill casting...

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St. Saviour Church

St. Saviour Church is a lively Anglican congregation on Battersea Park Road, close to Vauxhall and Clapham Junction in South London. The church was built around 1870 but was...

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St. Stephens Church

This fine city church is a classic example of early 20th Century ecclesiastical architecture. Built from red brick the church was built to be functional for the growing population...

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Theatre 503

Theatre 503 has a reputation as one of the finest fringe theatres in the capital. Opened in 1982 as an extension of the Notting Hill Theatre, this small space...

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York Gardens

York Gardens is a large recreational area and park just off the busy thoroughfare York Road which leads out of Battersea and towards Wandsworth. The park has been for...

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York Gardens Library

This community project is far more than just a library; it is a meeting place, a community centre and a social forum for the people of Battersea. Set just...

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