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The Great Britain Guide

Public art & sculpture · London

Bust of Henry Tate

In or near City of Westminster.

Free admission

Bust of Henry Tate in England London, United Kingdom.

At Brixton, London 2025 010

Photograph by Mike Peel (www.mikepeel.net). — CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Brixton · 0.2 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

About

Bust of Henry Tate is a public sculpture in England London, United Kingdom, dating from 1905. Britain's public art ranges from Henry Moore reclining figures and Anthony Gormley installations to the Angel of the North and the surviving statues of empire.

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Place summary

The Bust of Henry Tate is a public art installation located in London, established in 1905. It commemorates Henry Tate, a notable figure in the sugar industry and a philanthropist. The bust contributes to the cultural landscape of London, reflecting the city's history and artistic heritage.

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Coordinates
51.4609, -0.1151
District
Lambeth
Parish
Lambeth, unparished area
Postcode
SW2 1JQ
Parliamentary constituency
Dulwich and West Norwood
Established
1905
Nearest railway station
Brixton0.2 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bust of Henry Tate?
Bust of Henry Tate is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SW2 1JQ), in the parish of Lambeth, unparished area.
What is Bust of Henry Tate?
Bust of Henry Tate in England London, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Bust of Henry Tate?
The nearest railway station is Brixton, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode SW2 1JQ.
When was Bust of Henry Tate built?
Built or established in 1905.
Is Bust of Henry Tate free to visit?
Yes, Bust of Henry Tate is free to enter.
How do I get to Bust of Henry Tate?
The nearest railway station is Brixton, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SW2 1JQ.