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The Great Britain Guide

Public art & sculpture · London

The Clearing

In or near City of London.

Free admission

The Clearing — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.

Walthamstow, St James Park - geograph.org.uk - 422082

Nigel Cox — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
St James Street · 0.8 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

The Clearing is a public art 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

The Clearing is a museum focused on local transport and industrial heritage, featuring a Victorian pumping station with original steam engines, fire-fighting equipment, and vintage tube carriages. Visitors can explore various exhibits, including a model railway and participate in engine runs every Sunday.

Place summary

The Clearing is a public art installation located in London. It features contemporary artworks designed to engage with the surrounding environment. The installation aims to provoke thought and conversation among its viewers.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.5757, -0.0397
Parish
Waltham Forest, unparished area
Postcode
E17 7HS
Parliamentary constituency
Walthamstow
Phone
020 8521 1766
Nearest railway station
St James Street0.8 km
Opening
Open every Sunday, 10:30 - 16:00; closed on other days

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Clearing?
The Clearing is in London, United Kingdom (postcode E17 7HS), in the parish of Waltham Forest, unparished area.
What is The Clearing?
The Clearing — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.
How do I get to The Clearing?
The nearest railway station is St James Street, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode E17 7HS.
Is The Clearing free to visit?
Yes, The Clearing is free to enter.
How do I get to The Clearing?
The nearest railway station is St James Street, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode E17 7HS.