Cathedrals · London
Locking Piece
In or near City of Westminster.
Locking Piece — Public artwork (sculpture) by Henry Moore.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Vauxhall · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Locking Piece is a place of interest in London. Built or established in 1963, it dates from the modern period. It sits within the Cities of London and Westminster parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Vauxhall, about 0.4 km away. Postcode area SW1P.
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Official information
The Morpeth Arms is a traditional pub located in Westminster, near the River Thames and Tate Britain. It offers a selection of classic British pub food, well-kept ales, and a welcoming atmosphere for casual drinks or special occasions.
Place summary
Locking Piece is a modern structure located in the Westminster area of London, SW1P. Established in 1963, it contributes to the diverse architectural landscape of the city.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4894, -0.1276
- District
- Westminster
- Parish
- Westminster, unparished area
- Postcode
- SW1P 4RL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cities of London and Westminster
- Established
- 1963
- Nearest railway station
- Vauxhall — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Tuesday 11am - 11pm
- Official site
- www.morpetharms.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n381106486 (ODbL)
- commons: Locking Piece, Millbank.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Locking Piece?
- Locking Piece is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SW1P 4RL), in the parish of Westminster, unparished area.
- What is Locking Piece?
- Locking Piece — Public artwork (sculpture) by Henry Moore.
- How do I get to Locking Piece?
- The nearest railway station is Vauxhall, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode SW1P 4RL.
- When was Locking Piece built?
- Built or established in 1963.
- How do I get to Locking Piece?
- The nearest railway station is Vauxhall, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SW1P 4RL.