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Woolwich

Free admission

Woolwich — a methodist chapel in england-london, United Kingdom.

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Typical visit
20 min–45 min
  • Free entry

About

Woolwich is a methodist chapel located in england-london, United Kingdom. Catalogued from Wikidata's UK heritage register; see the linked Wikipedia article for further details on its history, architecture and visiting information.

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Place summary

Woolwich is a chapel located in London. It is noted for its historical significance and architectural features.

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Background

History

Woolwich has been inhabited since at least the Iron Age. Remains of a probably Celtic oppidum, established sometime between the 3rd and 1st century BCE, in the late Roman period re-used as a fort, were found at the current Waterfront development site between Beresford Street and the Thames. According to the Survey of London (Volume 48: Woolwich), "this defensive earthwork encircled the landward sides of a riverside settlement, the only one of its kind so far located in the London area, that may have been a significant port, anterior to London". A path connected the riverside settlement with Watling Street (Shooter's Hill), perhaps also of Iron Age origin. Sandy Hill Road may be a remnant of…

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Coordinates
51.4917, 0.0667
District
Greenwich
Parish
Greenwich, unparished area
Postcode
SE18 6LQ
Parliamentary constituency
Greenwich and Woolwich
Official site
tramshed.org

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Woolwich?
Woolwich is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE18 6LQ), in the parish of Greenwich, unparished area.
Is Woolwich free to visit?
Yes, Woolwich is free to enter.
How do I get to Woolwich?
Drivers can navigate to postcode SE18 6LQ. It sits within the Greenwich and Woolwich parliamentary constituency.