Follies · London
Horatio Nelson
In or near City of London.
Horatio Nelson is a folly in the United Kingdom.
Robert Lamb — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- St. Paul's · 0.2 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Horatio Nelson is a folly in London — built more for the eye than for any practical purpose, and a reminder of the British landscape's appetite for the eccentric. It sits within the Cities of London and Westminster parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is St. Paul's, about 0.2 km away. Postcode area EC4M.
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Official information
St Paul's Cathedral is an iconic 18th-century church in London, known for its stunning architecture and historical significance. Visitors can explore its magnificent dome, galleries, and various exhibitions, as well as attend services and events.
Place summary
Horatio Nelson is a folly located in the City of London, unparished area, with the postcode EC4M. This structure commemorates the British naval hero Horatio Nelson. It serves as an architectural feature rather than a functional building.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5138, -0.0991
- District
- City of London
- Parish
- City of London, unparished area
- Postcode
- EC4M 8AD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cities of London and Westminster
- Nearest railway station
- St. Paul's — 0.2 km
- Opening
- Monday to Saturday 8:30am–4:30pm; closed Sundays
- Official site
- www.stpauls.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n3574336415 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Horatio Nelson?
- Horatio Nelson is in London, United Kingdom (postcode EC4M 8AD), in the parish of City of London, unparished area.
- What is Horatio Nelson?
- Horatio Nelson is a folly in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Horatio Nelson?
- The nearest railway station is St. Paul's, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode EC4M 8AD.
- Is Horatio Nelson free to visit?
- Yes, Horatio Nelson is free to enter.
- How do I get to Horatio Nelson?
- The nearest railway station is St. Paul's, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EC4M 8AD.