Blackheath (SE3) looks like a small village but it is retreat in the heart of London. The former name of the Blackheath area was Blachehedfeld which means dark coloured heathland, and it is dated back to 1166. Its development began in the 19th Century. It is incorporated with the regions called Blackheath Vale and Blackheath Park. The popular belief is that the name Blackheath comes from fact that the region was a burial ground for those who died during the Black Death in the 14th century.
In Blackheath district, numerous Victorian and Gregorian houses were built and many other notable buildings like the Cator Estate, Morden College, Church Army Chapel, Blackheath High School, All Saints Church and the Church Saint Michael and All Angels.
Kidbrooke district is located in the Greenwich Royal Borough near the Charing Cross. It is a family – friendly district and features numerous green spaces and parks. It is picturesque place where people can sit and or have a picnic with their family & friends. Lastly, people can see the nature reserve relating to the Greenwich Council.
Blackheath became a renowned recreational area with numerous parks and sports fields and clubs and fun area for Londoners. Some of the most popular sports practiced by the residents are golf, kitebuggying, kite flying, football and rugby.
Every year in November, the heath near the Blackheath district hosts a remarkable fireworks display. The show was organized before the Guy Fawkes Night. It is one of the largest and most popular fireworks displays of the United Kingdom. The show brings together more than 40,000 spectators every year.
Airport Transfer Services to Blackheath (SE3)
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Heathrow airport to Blackheath (SE3)
The distance from Heathrow airport to Blackheath via M4 is 23.6miles and it takes approx. 54mins to reach.
Gatwick airport to Blackheath (SE3)
The distance from Gatwick airport to Blackheath via M23 is 29.7miles and it takes approx. 1hour to reach.
Southend airport to Blackheath (SE3)
The distance from Southend airport to Blackheath via A13 is 40.0 miles and it takes approx. 56mins to reach.
Stansted airport to Blackheath (SE3)
The distance from Stansted airport to Blackheath via M11 is 36.4 miles and it takes approx. 44mins to reach.
Luton airport to Blackheath (SE3)
The distance from Luton airport to Blackheath via M25 is 56.0miles and it takes approx. 1hour 7mins to reach.
London City airport to Blackheath (SE3)
The distance from London City airport to Blackheath via A102 is 7.4 miles and it takes approx. 19mins to reach.
Attractions in and around Blackheath (SE3)
St John’s Blackheath
St John Blackheath Church is an Anglican Church in the Vanbrugh Park area of Blackheath, part of the Royal Borough of Greenwich in South-East London. It is renowned for its visual and spiritual focus to a rapidly growing high-class residential area.
The Fan Museum
The Fan Museum is home to a diverse collection of fans from around the world, dating from the 12th century to the present day. Its collections are displayed in changing exhibitions exploring the different themes which have inspired fan makers. Don’t miss to visit fan museum.
Westcombe Park
Westcombe Park is located between Glenluce Road and Kirkside Road. Its structure is made from red bricks and has a Victorian architecture. It is famous for being the filming location of East Enders, a soap opera on BBC.
Royal Blackheath Golf Club
The Royal Blackheath Golf Club is the oldest golf club in the world. The Club house includes a 19th hole bar which looks as green and informal bar and lounge, which have stunning views over the garden.
Hotels in Blackheath (SE3)
