Follies · London
Temple of Bellona
In or near Tyburn.
Temple of Bellona — Folly or eyecatcher.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Kew Gardens · 0.4 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Temple of Bellona 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 Richmond Park parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Kew Gardens, about 0.4 km away. Postcode area TW9.
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Official information
The Kew Explorer land train offers a gentle way to explore the Kew Gardens, showcasing its diverse living collection. The train stops at various highlights, including the Palm House, Temperate House, and the Great Pagoda, providing a convenient way to see the UNESCO World Heritage site.
Place summary
The Temple of Bellona is a folly located in Richmond upon Thames, London. This architectural feature is notable for its design, serving as a tribute to the Roman goddess of war.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4772, -0.2914
- District
- Richmond upon Thames
- Parish
- Richmond upon Thames, unparished area
- Postcode
- TW9 3JY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Richmond Park
- Nearest railway station
- Kew Gardens — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Daily from 11am
- Official site
- www.kew.org
Sources
- osm: w781544335 (ODbL)
- commons: The Temple of Bellona, Kew Gardens May 2012.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Temple of Bellona?
- Temple of Bellona is in London, United Kingdom (postcode TW9 3JY), in the parish of Richmond upon Thames, unparished area.
- What is Temple of Bellona?
- Temple of Bellona — Folly or eyecatcher.
- How do I get to Temple of Bellona?
- The nearest railway station is Kew Gardens, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode TW9 3JY.
- Is Temple of Bellona free to visit?
- Yes, Temple of Bellona is free to enter.
- How do I get to Temple of Bellona?
- The nearest railway station is Kew Gardens, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TW9 3JY.