Castles · London
Severndroog Castle
In or near Shortlands.
Severndroog Castle — a castle in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Eltham · 1.3 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
About
Severndroog Castle is a castle located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Severndroog Castle is a historic Gothic tower located on Shooter’s Hill, offering visitors stunning 360° views of London and its surroundings. The castle, built in the 18th century, is surrounded by ancient woodland, making it a peaceful retreat from the city's hustle and bustle.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Oxleas Woodlands SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Severndroog Castle is a 19th-century castle located in London, postcode SE18. It is known for its distinctive architecture and historical significance. The castle is a Grade II listed building.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4666, 0.0601
- District
- Greenwich
- Parish
- Greenwich, unparished area
- Postcode
- SE18 3RT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Erith and Thamesmead
- Phone
- +44 800 689 1796
- Nearest railway station
- Eltham — 1.3 km
- Opening
- Viewing Platform 10am-3.30pm | Sunday Only; Tea Room 9am-3.30pm | Thursday - Sunday
- Official site
- www.severndroogcastle.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/32825099 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Severndroog Castle?
- Severndroog Castle is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE18 3RT), in the parish of Greenwich, unparished area.
- What is Severndroog Castle?
- Severndroog Castle — a castle in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Severndroog Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Eltham, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode SE18 3RT.
- Is Severndroog Castle a protected site?
- Yes — Severndroog Castle is part of the Oxleas Woodlands SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Does Severndroog Castle charge admission?
- Severndroog Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Severndroog Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Eltham, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SE18 3RT.