Follies · London
John Wisker died 1807
In or near City of Westminster.
John Wisker died 1807 is a folly in the United Kingdom.
PAUL FARMER — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Lambeth North · 0.8 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
John Wisker died 1807 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 Vauxhall and Camberwell Green parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Lambeth North, about 0.8 km away. Postcode area SE11.
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Official information
The London Fire Brigade Museum showcases the history of firefighting in London, featuring exhibits on significant incidents, equipment, and the stories of pioneering firefighters. Visitors can explore the impact of the Great Fire of London and learn about the evolution of fire stations in the city.
Place summary
John Wisker died 1807 is a folly located in London, within the unparished area of Lambeth (postcode SE11). This structure is notable for its historical significance, associated with the year of Wisker's death, and contributes to the area's architectural landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4931, -0.1193
- District
- Lambeth
- Parish
- Lambeth, unparished area
- Postcode
- SE11 6AG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Vauxhall and Camberwell Green
- Nearest railway station
- Lambeth North — 0.8 km
- Opening
- closed
- Official site
- london-fire.gov.uk
Sources
- osm: n11033216096 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is John Wisker died 1807?
- John Wisker died 1807 is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE11 6AG), in the parish of Lambeth, unparished area.
- What is John Wisker died 1807?
- John Wisker died 1807 is a folly in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to John Wisker died 1807?
- The nearest railway station is Lambeth North, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode SE11 6AG.
- Is John Wisker died 1807 free to visit?
- Yes, John Wisker died 1807 is free to enter.
- How do I get to John Wisker died 1807?
- The nearest railway station is Lambeth North, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SE11 6AG.