Why is Lavender Hill called Lavender Hill?

Lavender Hill, Wandsworth The street’s name derives from the lavender that was once cultivated in market gardens to the north of the road. Also the work of EW Mountford, Battersea town hall opened on Lavender Hill in 1893 and just under a century later the building became Battersea arts centre.

Is Battersea a nice area of London?

Battersea is an area being redeveloped so much and the people are friendly. It’s very suitable for young families, as well as young people who have just started their career in central London. Lots of parks, restaurants and friendly people.

Is Battersea London safe?

Safety and crime Overall Wandsworth’s crime rate is one of the lowest of all London boroughs but unfortunately crime does still occur. Battersea experiences lower than average reports of drug-related crime, but a slightly higher incidence of bicycle thefts.

What part of London is Clapham Junction?

London Borough of Wandsworth
Clapham Junction railway station (/ˈklæpəmˈdʒʌŋkʃən/) is a major railway station and transport hub near St John’s Hill in south-west Battersea in the London Borough of Wandsworth.

Which areas fall under Cape Flats?

‘The Flats’ as they are commonly known by locals, consist of township areas such as Bishop Lavis, Hanover Park, Langa, Nyanga, Khayelitsha, Manenberg and Steenberg. There is a rich struggle history in these areas and this is reflected in their cultural offerings and stories.

Which borough is Lavender Hill in?

Wandsworth Borough Council
Lavender Hill

Is Battersea a rich area?

Today Battersea is a relatively affluent neighbourhood with wine bars and many independent and unique shops – Northcote Road once being voted London’s second favourite shopping street.

Is Battersea posh?

Battersea in general is now thought of as a bit posh. Wandsworth also contains Clapham Junction – the railway interchange referenced in the title of Dunn’s book – and half of Clapham Common, though Clapham itself is mostly across the border in Lambeth. Part of Wimbledon Common falls into Wandsworth too.

Is Clapham Junction the busiest station in the UK?

In the past year, 28.4m passengers changed trains at Clapham Junction, making it the busiest station by interchange. Clapham Junction is the busiest station in Britain, but so is Waterloo.

Is Clapham Junction a tube station?

Re: Is there a tube station at Clapham Junction ? tfl operates overground trains. there are 3 tube stations at Clapham common, north and south.

Which areas in Cape Town are dangerous?

What are dangerous areas in Cape Town? The Cape Flats are the most dangerous area and should be fully avoided by tourists and visitors. It’s an area that even locals don’t walk in since 95% of crimes in Cape Town occur in this area.

What areas fall under northern suburbs?

• Destinations in the Northern Suburbs.
• Bellville, Bothasig, Brackenfell, Cape Town International Airport, Durbanville, Edgemead, Goodwood, Joostenberg Vlakte, Kuils River, Loevenstein, Matroosfontein, Panorama, Parow, Plattekloof, Tygervalley, Welgemoed.

  Where is Lavender Hill in Clapham Junction London?

  Lavender Hill is centrally located for easy access to the hub of Clapham Junction, as well as the green spaces of both Clapham Common and Battersea Park. Clapham Junction (0.4 miles) Queenstown Road (Battersea) (0.9 miles) Note: Distances are straight line measurements.

  Who is the manager of lavender heal Battersea?

  The clinic is managed by Gosia and Magdalena who will ensure you have a warm welcome! Gosia has been the Manager and part-time receptionist of Lavender Heal for nearly 20 years.

  How did Lavender Hill in London get its name?

  The road formed part of the Southwark to Kingston Turnpike from 1717. The name refers to the commercial cultivation of lavender on the gentle north-facing slopes of this part of the Thames estuary – helped by well-drained soil, fresh air and several natural springs.

  Is there a police station on Lavender Hill?

  The flatter central section of the road, at the top of the hill, includes approximately 15 estate agents (including Courtenay, Winkworth and Foxtons ), as well as Lavender Hill police station (the main police station for the Battersea area) and the Battersea Arts Centre. There is a concentration of restaurants and bars along the central section.

  The clinic is managed by Gosia and Magdalena who will ensure you have a warm welcome! Gosia has been the Manager and part-time receptionist of Lavender Heal for nearly 20 years.

  Is there a lavender heal clinic in Clapham Junction?

  Lavender Heal is a complimentary therapies clinic offering a calm inviting space allowing registered and insured independent therapists to provide a wide range of treatments in a location within walking distance from Clapham Junction. The clinic is managed by Gosia and Magdalena who will ensure you have a warm welcome!

  The flatter central section of the road, at the top of the hill, includes approximately 15 estate agents (including Courtenay, Winkworth and Foxtons ), as well as Lavender Hill police station (the main police station for the Battersea area) and the Battersea Arts Centre. There is a concentration of restaurants and bars along the central section.

  The road formed part of the Southwark to Kingston Turnpike from 1717. The name refers to the commercial cultivation of lavender on the gentle north-facing slopes of this part of the Thames estuary – helped by well-drained soil, fresh air and several natural springs.

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