Kennington and Oval area guide
Sightseeing
The IWM London has had on a major refit - by Foster & Partners architects - which opened in 2014 to coincide with the centenary of the start of World War I. The Central Hall is still the attention- grabbing repository of major artefacts: guns, tanks and aircraft hung from the ceiling (not least a Harrier GR9 that saw action in Afghanistan). Terraced galleries allow this section of the museum to also show a Snatch Land Rover from Iraq and an Argentine operating table from the Falklands. The already extensive World War I gallery has been expanded, and leads into the original displays for World War II.
The museum’s tone darkens as you ascend. On the third floor, the Holocaust Exhibition (not recommended from under-14s) traces the history of European anti-Semitism and its nadir in the concentration camps. Upstairs, Crimes Against Humanity (unsuitable for under-16s) is a minimalist space in which a film exploring contemporary genocide and ethnic violence rolls relentlessly.
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Musées de la guerre impériale
Lambeth RoadThe IWM London has had on a major refit - by Foster & Partners architects - which opened in 2014 to coincide with the centenary of the start of World War I. The Central Hall is still the attention- grabbing repository of major artefacts: guns, tanks and aircraft hung from the ceiling (not least a Harrier GR9 that saw action in Afghanistan). Terraced galleries allow this section of the museum to also show a Snatch Land Rover from Iraq and an Argentine operating table from the Falklands. The already extensive World War I gallery has been expanded, and leads into the original displays for World War II.
The museum’s tone darkens as you ascend. On the third floor, the Holocaust Exhibition (not recommended from under-14s) traces the history of European anti-Semitism and its nadir in the concentration camps. Upstairs, Crimes Against Humanity (unsuitable for under-16s) is a minimalist space in which a film exploring contemporary genocide and ethnic violence rolls relentlessly.
Neighbourhoods
Vauxhall is located in the borough of Lambeth in South London. It sits on the borders of Zone 1 and 2, and is surrounded by Lambeth to the north, Kennington to the east, Stockwell to the south, and the Thames to the west.
For most people in London, Vauxhall is just one of the many stops on the Victoria line, or the quick pause that reminds them their train is only a few minutes away from Waterloo. It’s rarely discussed when areas to live in South London are the topic of conversation, but with the arrival of an American Embassy in the near future, modern housing springing up all over the place, great transport connections and a thriving gay village of underground clubs, it’s high time London started paying attention to Vauxhall.
The location, for one, is hard to beat - near the Thames, opposite the Tate Britain and in walking distance to Waterloo, it’s certainly in the busy, urban heart of the city. However it’s still not nearly as expensive as you’d expect for such a location, even with the rapid rise in prices over the last decade, which for many settling here makes the slightly rough-around-the edges ambience more than worth it.
Said residents are largely young professionals and students taking advantage of the easy commute, riverside location and nightclubs, while families tend to move further into South London for more green space and less city noise.
22856881582_3548761f6c_z Image credit: Astonishme
Saying that, Vauxhall isn’t completely devoid of greenery - Vauxhall Park is beloved by locals for it’s lavender garden, children’s playground and adorable model village, while the nearby Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens hosts events throughout the year, including the Winter Wonderland in December. In recent years the term ‘VoHo’ has been applied to Vauxhall as the regeneration of the area speeds up rapidly to compete with neighbouring Clapham. It looks like it won’t be long before Vauxhall emerges as a new South London hotspot.
On a map
Vauxhall is located in the borough of Lambeth in South London. It sits on the borders of Zone 1 and 2, and is surrounded by Lambeth to the north, Kennington to the east, Stockwell to the south, and the Thames to the west.
History of Vauxhall London
Vauxhall is probably most famous for having spawned the name of car manufacturer Vauxhall Motors, but its history goes far beyond this. The area was originally named after Falkes de Breauté, who was the head of King John’s mercenaries in the 1210s, and later developed into Foxhall, then Vauxhall. There are also some who believe it was named by a Russian dignitary who came to inspect the construction of the railway in the 1840s due to the Russian word вокзал [vokzal] which means central railways station.
Restaurants in Vauxhall London
The Canton Arms
Every resident needs their trusty neighbourhood gastropub for relaxed pints and a solid Sunday roast, and for many Vauxhall locals the Canton Arms surpasses all the competition. The dark wood interiors lend a cosy air on a cold day, but it’s the concise British menu that people really come for, which currently includes confit rabbit leg, Cornish plaice, and slow roasted beef.
Address: 177 S Lambeth Rd, London SW8 1XP
Phone: 020 7582 8710
Casa Madeira
Vauxhall has a strong Portuguese community, many of them originating from Madeira, so you can expect the finest authentic Portuguese cuisine at this lively family-run restaurant. Serving up homemade tapas such as alentejo pork, Madeira beef skewers and grilled sardines alongside pizza and pasta, it’s a great spot for a relaxed meal with friends. Don't forget to try the delicious pastel de nata pastries for dessert too.
Address: 46A Albert Embankment, Lambeth, London SE1 7TL
Phone: 020 7735 0592
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Vauxhall
Vauxhall is located in the borough of Lambeth in South London. It sits on the borders of Zone 1 and 2, and is surrounded by Lambeth to the north, Kennington to the east, Stockwell to the south, and the Thames to the west.
For most people in London, Vauxhall is just one of the many stops on the Victoria line, or the quick pause that reminds them their train is only a few minutes away from Waterloo. It’s rarely discussed when areas to live in South London are the topic of conversation, but with the arrival of an American Embassy in the near future, modern housing springing up all over the place, great transport connections and a thriving gay village of underground clubs, it’s high time London started paying attention to Vauxhall.
The location, for one, is hard to beat - near the Thames, opposite the Tate Britain and in walking distance to Waterloo, it’s certainly in the busy, urban heart of the city. However it’s still not nearly as expensive as you’d expect for such a location, even with the rapid rise in prices over the last decade, which for many settling here makes the slightly rough-around-the edges ambience more than worth it.
Said residents are largely young professionals and students taking advantage of the easy commute, riverside location and nightclubs, while families tend to move further into South London for more green space and less city noise.
22856881582_3548761f6c_z Image credit: Astonishme
Saying that, Vauxhall isn’t completely devoid of greenery - Vauxhall Park is beloved by locals for it’s lavender garden, children’s playground and adorable model village, while the nearby Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens hosts events throughout the year, including the Winter Wonderland in December. In recent years the term ‘VoHo’ has been applied to Vauxhall as the regeneration of the area speeds up rapidly to compete with neighbouring Clapham. It looks like it won’t be long before Vauxhall emerges as a new South London hotspot.
On a map
Vauxhall is located in the borough of Lambeth in South London. It sits on the borders of Zone 1 and 2, and is surrounded by Lambeth to the north, Kennington to the east, Stockwell to the south, and the Thames to the west.
History of Vauxhall London
Vauxhall is probably most famous for having spawned the name of car manufacturer Vauxhall Motors, but its history goes far beyond this. The area was originally named after Falkes de Breauté, who was the head of King John’s mercenaries in the 1210s, and later developed into Foxhall, then Vauxhall. There are also some who believe it was named by a Russian dignitary who came to inspect the construction of the railway in the 1840s due to the Russian word вокзал [vokzal] which means central railways station.
Restaurants in Vauxhall London
The Canton Arms
Every resident needs their trusty neighbourhood gastropub for relaxed pints and a solid Sunday roast, and for many Vauxhall locals the Canton Arms surpasses all the competition. The dark wood interiors lend a cosy air on a cold day, but it’s the concise British menu that people really come for, which currently includes confit rabbit leg, Cornish plaice, and slow roasted beef.
Address: 177 S Lambeth Rd, London SW8 1XP
Phone: 020 7582 8710
Casa Madeira
Vauxhall has a strong Portuguese community, many of them originating from Madeira, so you can expect the finest authentic Portuguese cuisine at this lively family-run restaurant. Serving up homemade tapas such as alentejo pork, Madeira beef skewers and grilled sardines alongside pizza and pasta, it’s a great spot for a relaxed meal with friends. Don't forget to try the delicious pastel de nata pastries for dessert too.
Address: 46A Albert Embankment, Lambeth, London SE1 7TL
Phone: 020 7735 0592
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Highgrove cooking comes to Kennington at this boozer-turned-gastropub
The Prince of Wales, gawd bless his double-breasted suits, still owns a small chunk of Kennington as part of his Duchy of Cornwall estate – a mere 16 flats and 23 houses these days, since a sizeable share was sold off to a housing association in 1990. But the future king’s local influence remains strong, even down the pub on the corner of his manor: look around this faux-Georgian tavern, and you’ll find the Duchy’s coat of arms embossed into the leather seats.