Archaeological sites · London
The Wormstone
In or near Downe.
The Wormstone — a archaeological in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Chelsfield · 4.8 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
The Wormstone is a archaeological 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
Down House is the former home of Charles Darwin, where he lived for 40 years and developed his groundbreaking theories on evolution. Visitors can explore the house and extensive gardens, which served as Darwin's outdoor laboratory, featuring interactive exhibits that bring his work to life.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Wormstone is an archaeological site located in London. It is notable for its historical significance and unique geological features.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.3311, 0.0528
- District
- Bromley
- Parish
- Bromley, unparished area
- Postcode
- BR6 7JT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orpington
- Nearest railway station
- Chelsfield — 4.8 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm; closed 24–26 Dec
- Official site
- www.english-heritage.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/445816914 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Wormstone?
- The Wormstone is in London, United Kingdom (postcode BR6 7JT), in the parish of Bromley, unparished area.
- What is The Wormstone?
- The Wormstone — a archaeological in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Wormstone?
- The nearest railway station is Chelsfield, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode BR6 7JT.
- Is The Wormstone a protected site?
- Yes — The Wormstone is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- Is The Wormstone free to visit?
- Yes, The Wormstone is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Wormstone?
- The nearest railway station is Chelsfield, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BR6 7JT.