Chapels · London
Balham
In or near City of Westminster.
Balham — a methodist chapel in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Balham · 0.0 km
- Free entry
About
Balham is a methodist chapel located in england-london, United Kingdom. Catalogued from Wikidata's UK heritage register; see the linked Wikipedia article for further details on its history, architecture and visiting information.
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Official information
The Fusiliers London Volunteer Museum showcases the history and contributions of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers. Visitors can explore various exhibits that highlight the regiment's role in London's history and military heritage.
Place summary
Balham is a chapel located in London. It is noted for its architectural significance within the area.
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Background
History
The settlement appears in the Domesday Book as Belgeham. Bal refers to 'rounded enclosure' and ham to a homestead, village or river enclosure. It was held by Geoffrey Orlateile. Its Domesday Assets were: ploughs, 8 acre of meadow. It rendered (in total): £2. The Balham area has been settled since Saxon times. Balham Hill and Balham High Road follow the line of the Roman road Stane Street to Chichester – (now the A24 road). Balham is recorded in several maps in the 1600s as Ballam or Balham Hill or Balham Manor. The village was within the parish of Streatham. Large country retreats for the affluent classes were built there in the 18th century; however, most development occurred after the…
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- Coordinates
- 51.4434, -0.1525
- District
- Wandsworth
- Parish
- Wandsworth, unparished area
- Postcode
- SW12 9AY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Battersea
- Nearest railway station
- Balham — 0 km
- Official site
- rrflondon.2day.uk
Sources
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Balham?
- Balham is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SW12 9AY), in the parish of Wandsworth, unparished area.
- What is Balham?
- Balham — a methodist chapel in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Balham?
- The nearest railway station is Balham, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode SW12 9AY.
- Is Balham free to visit?
- Yes, Balham is free to enter.
- How do I get to Balham?
- The nearest railway station is Balham, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SW12 9AY.