Welcome to West Dulwich

West Dulwich is a charming and affluent residential area located in the London Borough of Southwark. It is situated in the south of Greater London and is bordered by the areas of Dulwich Village, Tulse Hill, and Crystal Palace. West Dulwich is known for its beautiful tree-lined streets, large Victorian and Edwardian houses, and green spaces. The area is also home to a number of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, making it a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.

One of the main attractions of West Dulwich is the Dulwich Picture Gallery, which is located in the nearby Dulwich Village. The gallery is home to a collection of over 600 European paintings, including works by Rembrandt, Rubens, and Van Dyck. The gallery also hosts a number of temporary exhibitions throughout the year, as well as a range of educational and community events. Another popular attraction in the area is Brockwell Park, which is a large green space that offers stunning views of the London skyline. The park is home to a number of facilities, including a lido, a BMX track, and a walled garden.

West Dulwich is well-connected to the rest of London, with regular train services to London Victoria and London Blackfriars. The area is also served by a number of bus routes, making it easy to get around. West Dulwich is a popular choice for families and professionals who are looking for a peaceful and picturesque place to live, while still being within easy reach of the city. With its beautiful architecture, green spaces, and cultural attractions, West Dulwich is a hidden gem in Greater London.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 10.3°C

Feels Like: 8.8°C

Wind: 7.2 MPH

Wind Dir: NNE

Local Schools

School	Details
Dulwich Wood Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Helen Rowe	Bowen Drive Southwark West Dulwich London Greater London SE21 8NS 02086705470 School Website
Dulwich Prep London Other Independent School Ages:2-14 Head Teacher Mr Louise Davidson	42 Alleyn Park Dulwich Dulwich Greater London SE21 7AA 02087665500 School Website
Kingsdale Foundation School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Steve Morrison	Alleyn Park Dulwich Dulwich Greater London SE21 8SQ 02086707575 School Website
Dulwich Wood Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mr Helen Rowe	Lyall Avenue Southwark Dulwich London Greater London SE21 8QS 02075251192 School Website
Elm Wood School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Jo Leith	Carnac Street West Norwood West Norwood Greater London SE27 9RR 02086701621 School Website
Dulwich College Other Independent School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Dr J A F Spence	Dulwich Common Dulwich Dulwich Greater London SE21 7LD 02086933601 School Website
Kingswood Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Kelly Foster	Gipsy Road Lambeth London Greater London SE27 9RD 02086703576 School Website
Oakfield Preparatory School Other Independent School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Moyra Thompson	125-128 Thurlow Park Road West Dulwich West Dulwich Greater London SE21 8HP 02086704206 School Website
Paxton Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jeff Muhammad	Woodland Road Lambeth London Greater London SE19 1PA 02086702935 School Website
Rosemead Preparatory School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Graeme Mccafferty	70 Thurlow Park Road Lambeth London Greater London SE21 8HZ 02086705865 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Sydenham Hill College Road, Sydenham Hill, Greater London, SE21 7ND 0.20 Miles

Gipsy Hill Gipsy Hill, Gipsy Hill, Greater London, SE19 1QL 0.57 Miles

West Dulwich Thurlow Park Road, Dulwich, Greater London, SE21 8HN 0.61 Miles

West Norwood Knights Hill, West Norwood, Greater London, SE27 0HS 0.91 Miles

Tulse Hill Station Rise, Tulse Hill, Greater London, SE27 9BW 1.07 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Dulwich Airport Cars 0871 996 5283 1 Rosendale Rd, London, Greater London, SE21 8DS 0.46 Miles
Palace Radio Cars 020 8761 1111 251 Gipsy Rd, London, Greater London, SE27 9QY 0.50 Miles
Browns Airport Transfers 020 8670 3939 55 Durban Road, London, Greater London, SE27 9RW 0.58 Miles
Crystal Cars Ltd 020 8670 6003 Gipsy Hill Station, London, Greater London, SE19 1QL 0.64 Miles
O.T.H Mini Cabs 020 8699 1817 32 Silbury House, London, Greater London, SE26 6TU 0.67 Miles
Mr Airports 020 8670 9100 169 Norwood High Street, London, Greater London, SE27 9TB 0.86 Miles
Mini Cabs West London 020 7734 5455 Flat 5, London, Greater London, SE19 1ST 0.90 Miles
Equal Cars 020 8776 5555 13 Crystal Palace Pde, London, Greater London, SE19 1UA 0.97 Miles
L A S Cars 020 3011 0029 37 Knight's Hill, London, Greater London, SE27 0HS 0.97 Miles
Perfecta Cars 020 8670 9955 37 Knight's Hill, London, Greater London, SE27 0HS 0.97 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bowden Drive / Lyall Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Alleyn Park No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:00:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sydenham Station / College Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
26 Alleyn Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
College Road Near Tollgate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Seeley Drive Tso No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
South Croxted Road / Church Approach No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
76 Alleyn Park (Dulwich Do) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
142 Clive Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
7 Croxted Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Dulwich Wood Park / Kingswood Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
242 Gipsy Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Sydenham Hill / Wells Park Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Hamilton Road / St Saviour College No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Rosendale Road / Park Hall Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Paxton Green Group Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Paxton Green Health Centre 1 Alleyn Park London SE21 8AU
Paxton Green Group Practice 020 86706878	Paxton Green Grp Practice Paxton Green Hth Centre 1 Alleyn Park London SE21 8AU
Lambeth Healthcare Practice 020 86559180	1 Alleyn Park Lambeth London SE21 8AU
The Old Dairy Health Centre 020 87618070	The Old Dairy Health Ctr 19B Croxted Road West Dulwich London SE21 8SZ
Wells Park Practice 020 86992840	Wells Park Practice 1 Wells Park Road Sydenham London SE26 6JQ

Local Stores

West Norwood
539-541 Norwood Road
West Norwood
London
Greater London
SE27 9DL
02087 611653
Store Website
0.88 miles

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SPAR - Croydon Road
121-123 Croydon Road
Beckenham
BR3 3RA
0208 650 3228
Store Website
3.0 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Paxton Veterinary Clinics Ltd
231 Gipsy Road West Norwood London SE27 9QY 020 8670 1772 gipsy@paxtonvets.co.uk Website 0.45 miles
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Medivet Dulwich
509 Lordship Lane London SE22 8JY 020 8693 4677 dulwich@medivet.co.uk Website 1.00 miles

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Norwood Road Veterinary Surgery
10 Norwood Road London SE24 9BH 020 8671 3421 reception@norwoodrdveterinary.co.uk Website 1.28 miles
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Medivet Herne Hill - Brockwell Veterinary Surgery
224-228 Railton Road Herne Hill London SE24 0JT 020 7737 2526 herne.hill@medivet.co.uk Website 1.59 miles
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Mayow Veterinary Surgery
48 Mayow Road Sydenham London SE26 4JA 020 8659 4496 enquiries@mayowvets.co.uk Website 1.60 miles

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Parish Lane Veterinary Surgery
1 Parish Lane Penge London SE20 7LH 020 8778 7789 1.71 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Norwood Grove (Behind Streatham Common)
All Enclosed There Are 4 Fields And A Wooded Section For Dogs To Run Around. There’S A Concrete Path All The Way Through From The Top Of Streatham Common (And The Lovely Rookery Cafe), To The Other Side. There’S Water Fountain By The Rookery Cafe For Filling Water Bottles. 36 Streatham Common S London Lancashire SW16 3BX 1.72 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 1.98 miles Located On The Southern Part Of The London Borough Of Southwark.

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 2.07 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 2.24 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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Blythe Hill Fields
I Lovely Park With Fantastic Views Over Central London And Kent. Quite Unspoiled. Some Long Grass And Plenty Of Sniffing Opportunities. Also Good For Running. Family Friendly With Kids Play Area. Blythe Hill Fields Blythe Hill Lane Lancashire 2.27 miles

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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 4.21 miles Battersea Park Is On The South Side Of The River Thames, Between Albert Bridge And Chelsea Bridge.

Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	10.5°C	9.2°C	4.9°C	2.9°C	6.4°C	14.4°C	19.5°C	21°C	21.7°C	20.8°C	19.3°C	18.5°C

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Feels Like	17.3°C	16.2°C	15.6°C	15.4°C	15.5°C	17.4°C	18.6°C	18.6°C	18.1°C	17.1°C	16°C	14.6°C

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