Welcome to Kennington

Kennington is a district located in the London Borough of Lambeth, situated in the southern part of Greater London. The area is known for its rich history, which dates back to the Roman times. Kennington is home to several landmarks, including the Oval Cricket Ground, which is one of the most famous cricket stadiums in the world. The area is also known for its beautiful parks, such as Kennington Park and Vauxhall Park, which provide a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Kennington is a vibrant and diverse community, with a mix of residential and commercial properties. The area is well-connected to the rest of London, with several transport links, including the Northern Line and the Victoria Line. Kennington is also home to several schools, making it an ideal location for families. The area has a thriving nightlife, with several bars and restaurants, as well as a variety of cultural events throughout the year.

Kennington has undergone significant regeneration in recent years, with several new developments and improvements to the area. The regeneration has brought new jobs and opportunities to the area, making it an attractive location for businesses. The area has also seen an increase in property prices, making it a popular choice for investors. Despite the changes, Kennington has managed to maintain its unique character and charm, making it a desirable place to live, work, and visit in Greater London.

Local Weather

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Wind: 8.9 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
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
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
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 Paul's Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ali Silke	Penrose Street Walworth London SE17 3DT 2077034896 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
Michael Faraday School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Riana Gouws	Portland Street Walworth Walworth Greater London SE17 2HR 02077035806 School Website
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
Crampton School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Marian Kennedy	Iliffe Street Walworth Walworth Greater London SE17 3LE 02077352219 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
John Ruskin Primary School And Language Classes Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Clare Tayton	John Ruskin Street Camberwell Camberwell Greater London SE5 0PQ 02077035800 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Elephant & Castle Elephant Road, Camberwell, Greater London, SE17 1LB 0.46 Miles

London Bridge Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX 1.18 Miles

London Waterloo East Sandell Street, London, Greater London, SE1 8NH 1.23 Miles

South Bermondsey Ilderton Road, Bermondsey, Greater London, SE16 3JB 1.26 Miles

Vauxhall South Lambeth Road, Vauxhall, Greater London, SW8 1SS 1.29 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Boyson Cars 020 7701 9997 38A Penrose St, London, Greater London, SE17 3DW 0.24 Miles
D And R Autos Taxi 020 7703 1994 Arch 224, London, Greater London, SE17 3HD 0.28 Miles
D And R Autos Taxi 020 7703 1994 225 Fielding Street, London, Greater London, SE17 3HE 0.30 Miles
Ruskin Private Hire 020 7277 2222 6 Camberwell Road, London, Greater London, SE5 0EN 0.39 Miles
Coachline Taxis Ltd 020 7277 2200 1 Hampton Street, London, Greater London, SE17 3AL 0.40 Miles
United Airport Connection 020 7370 0000 17B Mason Street, London, Greater London, SE17 1HF 0.41 Miles
Elephant Cars 020 7703 0134 109 Elephant Road, London, Greater London, SE17 1LB 0.47 Miles
Southwark Cars 020 7231 0033 181 Old Kent Road, London, Greater London, SE1 5NA 0.55 Miles
Goto Cars 020 7450 1639 268 Old Kent Rd, London, Greater London, SE1 5UB 0.58 Miles
Calloway Executive Car Sevice 020 7183 2872 Falmouth Road, London, Greater London, SE1 4JQ 0.62 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Portland Street / Trafalgar Street Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
325 Walworth Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Crampton Street Walworth Sdo Collection Today available until:15:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Walworth Road / Arnside Street Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Walworth Road / Town Hall Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Portland Street / Roland Way Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Content Street Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Carter Street Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Rodney Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
221 East Street Tso Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Olney Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Camberwell Road / Albany Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Beaconsfield Road / Thurlow Street Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
179 New Kent Road (L) Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
179 New Kent Road (R) Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Manor Place Surgery	1 Manor Place London Greater London SE17 3BD
Penrose Surgery 020 77033677	Penrose Surgery 33 Penrose Street Borough London SE17 3DW
The Villa Street Medical Centre 020 77037393	The Villa Street Med Ctr 47 Villa Street London SE17 2EL
Aylesbury Medical Centre	Taplow Thurlow Street London Greater London SE17 2XE
301 East Street Surgery 020 77034550	301 East Street Walworth London SE17 2SX

Local Stores

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

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Goddard Veterinary Group Kennington
351 Kennington Road Kennington London SE11 4QE 020 7735 6541 kennington@goddardvetgroup.co.uk Website 0.76 miles
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Medivet Southwark
79 Grange Road London SE1 3BW 020 7232 2637 southwark@medivet.co.uk Website 0.86 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 1.03 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.
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A dedicated night team is on-site for emergencies and inpatients overnight.

Companion Care (Old Kent Road) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Unit 2A, Cantium Retail Park Old Kent Road London SE1 5BA 1.11 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 1.28 miles

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A J M Robson
35 Highshore Road London SE15 5AF 020 7701 6452 1.47 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 2.28 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 2.42 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 2.52 miles Battersea Park Is On The South Side Of The River Thames, Between Albert Bridge And Chelsea Bridge.

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 2.72 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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Urban Canalside In East London
Great Walk Along The Canal To Victoria Park Carr St London Lancashire E14 7FD 3.08 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 3.13 miles

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Weather Forecast

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