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Barnes

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Barnes

Barnes works well as a base: 9km from Westminster Abbey.

Barnes is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 21,218, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Barnes sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Barnes to your route.

About Barnes

70 Barnes High Street, also known as the Rose House, is a Grade II listed house located on Barnes High Street in Barnes, London SW13, which dates from the 17th century. It is now used by the Barnes Community Association as office accommodation.

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What are the best things to do in Barnes?

Barnes offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Barnes located?

Barnes is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.4735 latitude, -0.2484 longitude.

What is the population of Barnes?

Barnes has a population of approximately 21,218 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
21,218
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.4735, -0.2484

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Barnes

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Science Museum London

Home to pioneering scientific achievements including Stephenson's Rocket and the Apollo 10 command module.

6 km · about 10 min drive

museum

Natural History Museum

World-renowned museum in a stunning Romanesque terracotta building, housing 80 million specimens spanning 4.5 billion years of life on Earth.

6 km · about 10 min drive

museum

Victoria and Albert Museum

The world's largest museum of applied and decorative arts and design, spanning 5,000 years of human creativity.

6 km · about 10 min drive

landmark

Buckingham Palace

The official London residence of the British monarch, famous for the Changing of the Guard ceremony.

8 km · about 15 min drive

cafe

Ace Cafe London

The 1938 North Circular roadside cafe that became the home of the ton-up boys and rocker culture, reopened on its original site in 1997 and still holding weekly bike and classic car meets.

8 km · about 15 min drive

museum

Tate Britain

The world's greatest collection of British art from 1500 to today, including the definitive Turner collection.

9 km · about 15 min drive

cathedral

Westminster Abbey

Gothic abbey church and traditional coronation site of British monarchs since 1066.

9 km · about 15 min drive

cafe

Rapha Clubhouse London

A premium cycling and coffee clubhouse in Soho where two-wheeled culture meets specialty coffee and live race screenings.

9 km · about 15 min drive

Driving roads near Barnes

  • Right hereCrystal Palace CircuitA parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

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