Follies · London
Stearns Mausoleum
In or near City of London.
Stearns Mausoleum is a folly in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Nunhead · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Stearns Mausoleum 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 Lewisham West and East Dulwich parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Nunhead, about 0.6 km away. Postcode area SE15.
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Official information
Nunhead Cemetery is one of London's historic Victorian cemeteries, consecrated in 1840. It features impressive monuments and a variety of burial styles, set within a landscape of formal avenues and natural beauty. Visitors can explore the cemetery through guided tours held monthly.
Place summary
Stearns Mausoleum is a folly located in Southwark, London, postcode SE15. This structure serves as a notable example of Victorian funerary architecture. It is situated within an unparished area, contributing to the diverse architectural heritage of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4613, -0.0516
- District
- Southwark
- Parish
- Southwark, unparished area
- Postcode
- SE15 3BL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lewisham West and East Dulwich
- Nearest railway station
- Nunhead — 0.6 km
- Opening
- Daily 8:30 am–4:00 pm; hours may vary in spring and summer.
- Official site
- www.fonc.org.uk
Sources
- osm: w1212403708 (ODbL)
- commons: Nunhead cem 2020 Stearns mausoleum.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Stearns Mausoleum?
- Stearns Mausoleum is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE15 3BL), in the parish of Southwark, unparished area.
- What is Stearns Mausoleum?
- Stearns Mausoleum is a folly in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Stearns Mausoleum?
- The nearest railway station is Nunhead, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode SE15 3BL.
- Is Stearns Mausoleum free to visit?
- Yes, Stearns Mausoleum is free to enter.
- How do I get to Stearns Mausoleum?
- The nearest railway station is Nunhead, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SE15 3BL.