Severndroog Castle, Shooters Hill, London SE18 3RT

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Severndroog Castle is an elegantly preserved Gothic tower situated in the delightful gardens of Castle Wood on Shooter’s Hill, one of the highest points in London.

The ‘castle’ was commissioned by Lady James, probably as a memorial to her husband, and designed by architect Richard Jupp in 1784.

Severndroog enjoyed extensive renovations in 2013-2014, when rooms featuring beautiful ornate ceilings and chandeliers were restored to their original state.

On the ground floor, the Severndroog Tea Room serves fresh hot and cold options for breakfast, brunch, lunch and tea, including plenty of choices for children.

Admission to Severndroog Castle includes the castle rooms, where volunteers will tell you the story of Sir William and Lady James, the building’s uses over the years and the campaign to save the castle. Your ticket also includes access to the Viewing Platform, where you can enjoy spectacular panoramic views of London and the seven surrounding counties.

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Accessibility

  • Disabled access - Please note there is a spiral staircase and 86 steps to the top. We are a listed building so wheelchair access is limited to the ground floor (the Tearoom & WC) via a stair climber, which must be pre-booked. Please contact for further details.
  • Disabled toilets

Catering

  • On-site catering
  • On-site light refreshments

Children

  • Children welcome

Groups

  • Facilities for educational visits
  • Guided tours for groups

Parking

  • Free Parking - Limited free parking is available at the Castle.

Property Facilities

  • Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
  • Public toilets

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups

Map & Directions

Road Directions

A 20 minute drive from the M25. Leave at Junction 2 signposted for Central London and Lewisham and join the A2. Take the slip road off the A2 signposted Falconwood. Turn right at the end and follow the road to the next junction, turning right onto Welling Way. At the next junction, turn left on to Shooters Hill. Go up and over Shooters Hill and take the first left after Craigholm. Look for the Brown Signs.

Severndroog Castle

Type:Castle

Castle Wood, Shooters Hill, Greenwich, London, SE18 3RT
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Awards

  • Other AwardsVisit Greenwich Partner Visit Greenwich Partner 2021

Opening Times

Autumn / Winter (November - March) (1 Nov 2023 - 31 Mar 2024)
DayTimes
Monday - SaturdayClosed
Sunday10:30 - 15:30
Tea Room Opening Hours: (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)
DayTimes
Thursday - Sunday09:00 - 15:30
Spring / Summer (April - October) (1 Apr 2024 - 31 Oct 2024)
DayTimes
Monday - SaturdayClosed
Sunday10:30 - 16:30

* Group Visits (10 persons or more) and Pre-Booked Tours are available Thursdays & Fridays if arranged in advance.

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