Things to Do

There’s a wide range of places to go and things to do within easy reach of Woolwich town centre.

Take a look around the Royal Arsenal – it’s changing all the time, as the historic buildings are gradually transformed into a Cultural District, homes, shops, restaurants and bars.

Severndroog Castle, in nearby Oxleas Wood, is a romantic folly built by a broken-hearted widow in memory of her hero of a husband. It’s 60 feet tall and has outstanding views across eight counties!

A little further up the road is Eltham Palace and Gardens, the childhood home of Henry VIII. All that remains of the medieval palace is the Great Hall and the beautiful grounds, but next door is a fabulous Art Deco house, built in the 1930s. Have a look at how the other, richer half lived in the cocktail age.

Don’t forget the Thames Barrier just down the river from the Woolwich Ferry. This magnificent construction is one of the largest movable flood barriers in the world. It’s been keeping London safe from deluge since 1982. You can see it up close from the riverside at Charlton.

And, if you check the opening times carefully, you can see the magnificent Victorian interior of Crossness Pumping Station.

Built by Joseph Bazalgette, the architect of the Victoria Embankment, the pumping station was a key part of London’s urgently needed main sewerage system. It was officially opened by the Prince of Wales in April 1865.

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Viola's Room Immersive Experience

Address

Punchdrunk, One Cartridge Place, Woolwich, London, SE18 6DJ

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8191 0100

boxoffice@punchdrunk.com

Woolwich

Explore the enchanting world of Viola's Room by Punchdrunk. Immerse yourself in a groundbreaking experience, where storytelling meets innovation.
General Gordon Square

Address

General Gordon Place, Woolwich, London, SE18 6FH

Woolwich

The square is surrounded by some historical buildings and a big screen where you can hang out and watch the news and sport.
Woolwich Works

Address

The Fireworks Factory, 11 No.1 Street, Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, London, SE18 6HD

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8035 8835

hello@woolwich.works

Royal Arsenal, Woolwich

Woolwich Works, also known as Woolwich Creative District, is a multi-disciplinary cultural hub on the Royal Arsenal in Woolwich.
Woolwich Town Hall

Address

Wellington Street, Woolwich, London, SE18 6HQ

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8854 8888

town-hall@royalgreenwich.gov.uk

Woolwich

Woolwich Town Hall is the seat of Royal Greenwich's local government, but this magnificent listed building also reflects the Royal Borough's long and rich history.
FREE Guided Tours of Woolwich Works

Address

Meeting Point: Visitors' Book Café, Woolwich Works, The Fireworks Factory, No.1 Street, London, SE18 6HD

hello@woolwich.works

The Fireworks Factory , No.1 Street

Come along to a Woolwich Works tour for a taste of its incredible history.
Royal Arsenal Farmers Market

Address

Artillery Square, Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, London, SE18 6GD

rare.information@berkeleygroup.co.uk

Woolwich

Royal Arsenal Riverside hosts its very own Farmers' Market, providing a range of locally sourced foods for residents and visitors to purchase on the day. Traders range from bakers, greengrocers, cheesemongers, florists, fresh fruit with many more…
Royal Arsenal

Address

No.1 Street, Woolwich, London, SE18 6GH

Woolwich

The former site of one of the biggest munitions factories in the UK, the Royal Arsenal has been regenerated as an open space and place to live and will be further transformed by the development of a creative district.
Greenwich Gin (Greenwich Spirits Company)

Address

SE18 6GD

Telephone
+44 (0)20 3322 4553

hello@greenwichgin.uk

Greenwich Gin is the perfect pairing between the finest British marine botanicals and the most enchanting accords from our world travels. We’ll cast off and take you on a beautiful journey of ocean travel to discover unique and intriguing flavours…
St George's Garrison Church

Address

5 Mill Lane, Grand Depot Road, Woolwich, London, SE18 6BW

Telephone
+44 (0)7463 996 285

woolwichcommunityproject@gmail.com

Woolwich

St George's Garrison Church in Woolwich is both an evocative ruin and a contemporary spiritual space of great peace and charm.
Shooters Hill Golf Club

Address

Eaglesfield Road, Shooters Hill, London, SE18 3DA

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8854 6368

admin@shgc.co.uk

Shooters Hill

Shooters Hill Golf Club offers breathtaking views of the North Kent countryside.
Woolwich Common

Address

Woolwich, London, SE18 4HB

friendsofwoolwichcommon@gmail.com

Woolwich

A nature reserve in Greenwich.
Royal Artillery Barracks

Address

Repository Road, Woolwich, London, SE18 4BH

Woolwich

The Royal Artillery Barracks was the home of the Royal Artillery from 1776 until 2007.
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Woolwich Foot Tunnel

Address

Woolwich High Street, Woolwich, London, SE18 6DL

Woolwich

Walk under the river Thames to North Woolwich in just 15 minutes.
The Works, Woolwich

Address

97-99 Powis Street, Woolwich, London, SE18 6JB

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8854 9478

Woolwich

A Discount retailer in Woolwich.
Shoe Zone, Woolwich

Address

106 -108 Powis Street, Woolwich, Greenwich, SE18 6LU

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8854 0310

Woolwich

A Shoe Shop in Woolwich.
Holland & Barrett, Woolwich

Address

81 Powis Street, Woolwich, London, SE18 6LQ

Telephone
+44 (0)3300 582 640

Woolwich

Health Shop supplying a wide range of vitamins, minerals, health supplements, specialist foods and natural beauty products located in Woolwich.
Woolwich High Street

Address

Woolwich High Street, Woolwich, London, SE18 6DS

Woolwich

Woolwich Highstreet is filled with shops, cafes, restaurants and entertainment for all visitors to enjoy.
Waterfront Leisure Centre

Address

Woolwich High Street, Woolwich, London, SE18 6DL

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8317 5000

waterfront@gll.org

Woolwich

A fantastic all-round sport and leisure facility located in Woolwich.
Superdrug, Woolwich

Address

18 - 20 Powis Street, Woolwich, London, SE18 6LF

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8854 9006

Woolwich

A Health and Beauty Shop.
Beresford Square Market

Address

Beresford Square, Woolwich, London, SE18 6AY

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8921 5703

street-trading@royalgreenwich.gov.uk

Woolwich

The market in Beresford Square has been there since the 1600s and sells a range of goods from shoes to clothing. There’s also a lively fruit and veg section where you can get fresh produce at knock-down prices every day of the week except Sundays…