Blackheath Area Guide
A locals' guide to Blackheath
Where do Blackheath locals go?
Royal Observatory Greenwich
The observatory is a great place for all ages to visit. There are usually a number of exhibitions for all ages giving a history of time and space and the architecture is wonderful. During the evening you can see the green laser across the sky that shows the meridian line.Read more
Why not explore the nearby areas of
kidbrooke,
hither green,
lewisham,
greenwich,
lee,
Kidbrooke with Hornfair,
charlton,
deptford,
catford,
and new cross
Did you know?
"During the Peasants' Revolt of 1381, the Kentish rebels met with royal government representatives on Blackheath and continued into London, killing government officials, attacking gaols and setting fire to buildings in the City. Eventually the rebels were forced out of London, but continued to cause trouble in other parts of the South West."
New Cross is as arty and cultural as Shoreditch and Soho, but with a strong South London identity...
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There's such a buzz around Goldsmiths University..12 minutes to Charing Cross, easy road connections to Essex and property that provides excellent value...
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Chris Venter
Camberwell's residential streets are monopolised by elegant period properties and mature trees that heighten the area's family appeal.
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What locals say about Blackheath
“In the Royal Borough of Greenwich, a great village with easy rail access to London via rail. Great shops, cafes plus a lively market across the heath in Greenwich. Live music & family activities at Blackheath Halls. It's great whatever age or stage you are at in life! A little green oasis in the midst of S/E ”
Gill
“The numerous outstanding private and state primary schools.”
Local resident
“For breakfast, I often go to The Green Cafe in Greenwich which is friendly and popular with the locals. For something a little more upmarket it's got to be Chapters in Blackheath. There are also some incredible gastro-pubs in the area. My favourites are The Vanbrugh and the recently refurbished The Pilot.”
Bruno
Activities near Blackheath
Blackheath Rock Choir
Are you looking to find a local choir to join? The Blackheath Rock Choir is led by London based musician and teacher Michael Fricker. You've probably heard of our mysterious choir flash mobs around the country for Comic Relief, our sell-out performances at venues like the O2 or our hit ITV documentary, but at Rock Choir we know it's not just about the unique huge events, it's about our choir members singing in the community. Join your local Blackheath Rock Choir to become part of this 'national phenomenon' (as described in the Sunday Times) and discover a whole new world of opportunities to socialise and meet people. Just like a Zumba session or art class, your Rock Choir rehearsal provides an escape from everyday life. One evening a week, your time is completely your own, to do nothing but sing your heart out with friends whilst enjoying our trailblazing formula of fun, friendship and feel-good music. Book your FREE trial session with the Blackheath Rock Choir and see for yourself! Here is a quote about our choir - 'I spend many hours every day driving and in meetings. It's often quite a struggle to get to Rock Choir and I often don't really feel like making the effort. Something magic happens when I get there - a combination of the unfailing cheerfulness of our Rock Choir tutor, the physical movement, breathing and singing, the (usually!) lovely sound of the combined voices of the choir - suddenly the stress of the day melts away, energy returns and a feeling of well-being arrives. It's been a difficult year for me - got divorced, my best friend with terminal illness passed away and I survived a tricky restructure at work, Rock Choir has often been the one really positive highlight in my week - thank you!' - Sue (Rock Choir Member) Rock Choir is a winner of the Red Ribbon 'Big Heart' Award [https://rockchoir.com/awards-achievements/]. and holds 1 former and 2 current Guinness World Records. The choir is also credited with single handedly starting the contemporary choir movement.Read more
Nick Harper
Singer, songwriter and virtuoso guitarist Nick 'son of Roy' Harper takes his show on the road -- attention all 'Harponauts' (as the man himself calls them).Read more
Royal Observatory Greenwich
Embark on an epic journey to London's Royal Observatory in Greenwich! Explore two hemispheres and uncover the secrets of the Greenwich Meridian Line and GMT. Be captivated by stories of stars, astronomy, and the universe. Accessible to all, including wheelchair users and their caregivers, who enter for free. Don't miss nearby attractions like the National Maritime Museum and the Queen's House. Your ticket includes Flamsteed House, John Harrison's timekeepers, Camera Obscura, the Great Equatorial Telescope, the Astronomy Centre, the Altazimuth Pavilion, and galleries with downloadable audio guide. Prepare for mind-blowing wonders and a sense of awe! Get your tickets now for the Royal Observatory in Greenwich! Black Friday .hidden-word { display: none; }Read more
Haven't Stopped Dancing Yet 16th Birthday Disco Ball
We're back where it all began! We're SO excited to be returning to the stunning upstairs ballroom where HSDY all started 16 years ago. It's going to be a very special night with the wonderful DJ Lady G ( Solar Radio, Secret Garden Party) spinning all your favourite feelgood 70s & 80s disco tunes & our fabulous dancer Boo leading the flashmob style line-ups. There's prizes for the best retro outfits & free sweets & ice pops too! It's going to be another HSDY night to remember. Ends midnight. 10% profits go to Cancer Research UKRead more
SubFun
SubFun is a comedy night on the first Sunday of the month featuring my funniest pals, I (Nicola Nash) curate and host, most, nights at the wonderful The Green Goddess! Previous acts include Laura Smyth, Chloe Petts, Jen Ives, Mark Flynn, Mary O'Connell, SallyAnn Fellowes, Ki Griffin, Dick Denham We highlight the best of female, non-binary and queer acts with the odd straight man thrown in for luck! Come along and support us and live comedy, we'd love to see you. There's also sometimes pizza from the amazing Papa DoughRead more
Sky Bet Championship: Charlton Athletic vs Queens Park Rangers
Charlton Athletic take on Queens Park Rangers in this Sky Bet Championship fixture.
Neighbourhood Watch
4 performances of Neighbourhood Watch by Sir Alan Ayckbourn
About Blackheath
A southeast London suburb with a distinctive village atmosphere, Blackheath is best known for the large open public grassland that gave the area its name. Located 6.4 miles (10.3 km) from Charing Cross, it has very good transport links. You’ll also find an excellent array of local amenities. Plus, there’s no shortage of green space, thanks to the heath, Greenwich Park, Sutcliffe, and Cator Park. Blackheath is known for nature, arts, and culture and beautiful period conversions rather than its nightlife. Given the suburban atmosphere and lifestyle, the area is popular with professional couples and families.
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