Welcome to Walworth

Walworth is a district located in the London Borough of Southwark, in the south-east of Greater London. It is a densely populated area with a diverse community, and it is known for its vibrant street markets, historic landmarks, and cultural attractions. Walworth Road is the main commercial street in the area, and it is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and pubs. The area is well-connected to the rest of London, with several bus routes and the Elephant and Castle tube station nearby.

One of the most notable landmarks in Walworth is the East Street Market, which has been operating since the 1880s. The market is a bustling hub of activity, with over 250 stalls selling everything from fresh produce to clothing and electronics. Another historic landmark in the area is the Walworth Old Town Hall, which was built in the late 19th century and now serves as a community center. The building features an impressive clock tower and ornate architecture, and it is a popular venue for events and exhibitions.

Walworth is also home to several green spaces, including Burgess Park and Pasley Park. Burgess Park is a large urban park that covers over 50 hectares, and it features a lake, sports facilities, and a BMX track. Pasley Park is a smaller park that is popular with families, and it has a playground and a community garden. Overall, Walworth is a vibrant and diverse area with a rich history and plenty of attractions for visitors and residents alike.

Local Schools

School	Details
Victory School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Makeda Williams-Pinnock	Elba Place Southwark Rodney Road London Greater London SE17 1PT 02077035722 School Website
English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs J Camilleri	Flint Street Walworth Walworth Greater London SE17 1QD 02077034726 School Website
Robert Browning Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Sarah Manley	King And Queen Street Walworth Walworth Greater London SE17 1DQ 02077083456 School Website
University Academy Of Engineering South Bank Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Principal John Taylor	Trafalgar Street Southwark London Greater London SE17 2TP 02072773000 School Website
St Saviours And St Olaves Church Of England School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Ms Catherine May	New Kent Road Southwark London Greater London SE1 4AN 02074071843 School Website
Townsend Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anne Stonell	Townsend Street Southwark London Greater London SE17 1HJ 02077032672 School Website
Ark Globe Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-18 Head Teacher Mr Matt Jones Obe	Harper Road Southwark London Greater London SE1 6AG 02074076877 School Website
St Peters Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Pia Longman	Liverpool Grove Walworth Walworth Greater London SE17 2HH 02077034881 School Website
Surrey Square Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Nicola Noble	Surrey Square Walworth London SE17 2JY 2077033049 School Website
The Bridge Special Education Needs School Other Independent Special School Ages:14-25 Head Teacher Mr James Nuttall	148-150 &167 Old Kent Road London SE1 5TY 2077038587

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Elephant & Castle Elephant Road, Camberwell, Greater London, SE17 1LB 0.39 Miles

London Bridge Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX 0.95 Miles

London Waterloo East Sandell Street, London, Greater London, SE1 8NH 1.09 Miles

South Bermondsey Ilderton Road, Bermondsey, Greater London, SE16 3JB 1.17 Miles

London Waterloo Station Approach, London, Greater London, SE1 8SW 1.26 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
United Airport Connection 020 7370 0000 17B Mason Street, London, Greater London, SE17 1HF 0.18 Miles
Access 2 Cars 020 7394 4444 18 Tower Bridge Road, London, Greater London, SE1 4TR 0.39 Miles
All Cars 020 7394 5511 18 Tower Bridge Rd, London, Greater London, SE1 4TR 0.39 Miles
Albany Cars 020 7394 5555 18 Tower Bridge Rd, London, Greater London, SE1 4TL 0.39 Miles
All Cars Of London 020 7394 5555 18 Tower Bridge Road, London, Greater London, SE1 4TR 0.39 Miles
Express National Carriers 020 7403 3333 1-20 Spurgeon Street, London, Greater London, SE1 4YP 0.40 Miles
Southwark Cars 020 7231 0033 181 Old Kent Road, London, Greater London, SE1 5NA 0.40 Miles
Calloway Executive Car Sevice 020 7183 2872 Falmouth Road, London, Greater London, SE1 4JQ 0.41 Miles
London Executive (Leg) Ltd 020 7450 0060 Unit 5-6, London, Greater London, SE1 5SY 0.43 Miles
Elephant Cars 020 7703 0134 109 Elephant Road, London, Greater London, SE17 1LB 0.43 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Rodney Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Content Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
179 New Kent Road (L) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
179 New Kent Road (R) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
221 East Street Tso No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Portland Street / Trafalgar Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Darwin Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Walworth Road / Town Hall No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
New Kent Road / Gurney Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
Old Kent Road / Tower Bridge Road (L) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
Old Kent Road / Tower Bridge Road (R) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
Harper Road (Bramwell House) (R) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
Harper Road (Bramwell House) (L) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
170 Old Kent Road (L) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
325 Walworth Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Aylesbury Medical Centre	Taplow Thurlow Street London Greater London SE17 2XE
Manor Place Surgery	1 Manor Place London Greater London SE17 3BD
The Villa Street Medical Centre 020 77037393	The Villa Street Med Ctr 47 Villa Street London SE17 2EL
301 East Street Surgery 020 77034550	301 East Street Walworth London SE17 2SX
Falmouth Road Group Practice 020 74074101	Falmouth Road Group Pract 78 Falmouth Road Borough London SE1 4JW

Local Stores

Bermondsey - Grange Road
36 Crimscott Street
London
Greater London
SE1 5YQ
02073 940832
Store Website
0.55 miles

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SPAR Myatts Field
SPAR
2 Cromwell Road
Myatts Field
London
SW9 6SE
0207 0910 389
Store Website
1.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Southwark
79 Grange Road London SE1 3BW 020 7232 2637 southwark@medivet.co.uk Website 0.66 miles
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The London Cat Clinic
82 - 86 Spa Road Bermondsey London SE16 3QT 0203 740 1112 hello@thelondoncatclinic.co.uk Website 0.83 miles
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A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.
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A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.
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A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.
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A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.
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A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.
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A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.

Goddard Veterinary Group Kennington
351 Kennington Road Kennington London SE11 4QE 020 7735 6541 kennington@goddardvetgroup.co.uk Website 0.91 miles
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Companion Care (Old Kent Road) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Unit 2A, Cantium Retail Park Old Kent Road London SE1 5BA 1.07 miles


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Medivet 24 Hour Camberwell The London Animal Hospital
7 Kenbury Street Camberwell London SE5 9BS 0203 816 1010 24hour.camberwell@medivet.co.uk Website 1.51 miles

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A J M Robson
35 Highshore Road London SE15 5AF 020 7701 6452 1.59 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Peckham Rye Park And Common
Peckham Rye Park And Common Is Great. The Common Is Huge, Perfect For Chasing Pigeons - And The Park Has Wooded Areas As Well As A Duck Pond And An Ornamental Garden. There Are Always Lots Of Dogs Racing Around And Stopping For A Drink Of Water Outside The Spaceship Shaped Cafe On The Common Afterwards. If It's Raining The Garden's Cafe, Across The Street Opposite The Common, Is Dog-Friendly. 141 Peckham Rye London Lancashire SE15 3UL 2.39 miles

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Peckham Rye Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Hampstead Heath. Hampstead Heath Offers A Varied Collection Of Natural Habitats, Historical Features And Great Views. This Walking Route Lets You Explore These. Lancashire SE15 3UA 2.54 miles Located On The Southern Part Of The London Borough Of Southwark.

Battersea Park
A Short, Circular Walk In Battersea Park. Battersea Park Is A Large Victorian Park, Built Between 1854 And 1870. It Has A Riverside Promenade, A Large Lake, And Many Notable Trees And Ecological Areas. Lancashire SW11 4BE 2.70 miles Battersea Park Is On The South Side Of The River Thames, Between Albert Bridge And Chelsea Bridge.

Urban Canalside In East London
Great Walk Along The Canal To Victoria Park Carr St London Lancashire E14 7FD 2.86 miles Dlr To Limehouse Or Park At Bottom End Of Carr St To Join Canal Path

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Regents Canal
Very Lovely For London Walk However Can Get Busy During Rush Hour With Bikes So Best Avoid These Times. I Say Early Morning Or Mid Afternoon. Regent'S Canal Lancashire 2.94 miles

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Brixton Windmill
A Small Local Park, All Fenced Off Except The Access Gate Which Is Easily Pushed Closed If You Have A Dog Who Might Run Out Of It. London Lancashire 2.96 miles A Nicely Sized Park, With Lots Of Different Sized Friendly Dogs Playing. On Sunny Days People Might Be Sunbathing Or Picnicking But Dogs Are The Majority Of Visitors. (During Half Term, There May Be Kids Activities In The Park Between 9.30Am And 4Pm.) It'S All Fenced In, Though The Entrance Gate Doesn'T Close On Its Own. It'S Fine For Dog Owners To Close This Over If It Is Wide Open.

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