Cathedrals · London
The Helmsman
In or near City of Westminster.
The Helmsman — Public artwork (sculpture) by Andre Wallace.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Pimlico · 0.4 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Helmsman is a place of interest in London. Built or established in 1996, it dates from the modern period. It sits within the Cities of London and Westminster parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Pimlico, about 0.4 km away. Postcode area SW1V.
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Place summary
The Helmsman is a modern establishment located in Westminster, London, SW1V. Established in 1996, it serves as a contemporary venue in the city.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4856, -0.1344
- District
- Westminster
- Parish
- Westminster, unparished area
- Postcode
- SW1V 3QY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cities of London and Westminster
- Established
- 1996
- Nearest railway station
- Pimlico — 0.4 km
Sources
- osm: n564862644 (ODbL)
- commons: The Helmsman, Pimlico Gardens.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Helmsman?
- The Helmsman is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SW1V 3QY), in the parish of Westminster, unparished area.
- What is The Helmsman?
- The Helmsman — Public artwork (sculpture) by Andre Wallace.
- How do I get to The Helmsman?
- The nearest railway station is Pimlico, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode SW1V 3QY.
- When was The Helmsman built?
- Built or established in 1996.
- How do I get to The Helmsman?
- The nearest railway station is Pimlico, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SW1V 3QY.