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Crofton Park

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Crofton Park

Crofton Park works well as a base: 4km from Crystal Palace Circuit.

Crofton Park is in England, United Kingdom, with about 15,000 people. You drive on the left here.

Crofton Park is a predominantly residential suburb in the London Borough of Lewisham. It is the original site of the former agricultural hamlet of Brockley. It is located 5.3 miles (8.5 km) south east of Charing Cross, and is south of Brockley and north of Honor Oak. Major points of interest include the Rivoli

Read more Ballroom, the Brockley Jack Theatre and the Arts and Crafts Gothic church of St Hilda. Crofton Park Ward is bordered by Brockley and Ladywell Cemeteries to the north, and Garthorne Road Nature Reserve in the west with the London to Brighton railway running along the western boundary of the ward and a section of Ladywell Fields to the south east. The area also offers easy access to South East London Green Chain of walks. Nearby, between Honor Oak and Catford, is Blythe Hill Fields, one of a number of hills in south east London and which provide good views of Canary Wharf and the City of London.

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What is there to see near Crofton Park?

Within an hour or so of Crofton Park: Crystal Palace Circuit (4 km), Bolt London (6 km), Tower of London (7 km), Imperial War Museum (7 km).

Are there any good drives near Crofton Park?

The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit, Goodwood Festival of Speed and Rhinefield Ornamental Drive.

Where is Crofton Park?

Crofton Park is in England, United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
14,937
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.4515, -0.0344

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 Crofton Park

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

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historic highway

Crystal Palace Circuit

A 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.

4 km · about 10 min drive

cafe

Bolt London

A motorcycle-focused coffee shop and workspace in London bringing together the riding and creative communities.

6 km · about 10 min drive

landmark

Tower of London

Historic 11th-century castle and fortress that has served as royal palace, prison, and home of the Crown Jewels.

7 km · about 15 min drive

museum

Imperial War Museum

Tells the stories of people's experiences of modern conflict from World War I to the present day.

7 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Tower Bridge

Victorian bascule and suspension bridge over the Thames, one of London's most recognizable structures.

7 km · about 10 min drive

film location

SIS Building, Vauxhall Cross (MI6 headquarters)

The real MI6 headquarters on the Thames has appeared as itself since GoldenEye, and is spectacularly blown up in Skyfall.

7 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.

8 km · about 15 min drive

cathedral

Westminster Abbey

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

8 km · about 15 min drive

Driving roads near Crofton Park

4 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.

  • 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.
  • 29 kmBox HillA steep chalk escarpment above the Mole valley, the Zig Zag Road on its flank made famous by the 2012 Olympic road race.

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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