A historic bishop’s residence with a botanical garden, houses rooted in Arts and Crafts history, and riverside paths open up a variety of discoveries in Hammersmith And Fulham. Between nature, architecture, theatre and film, you can put your own interests at the heart of your visit.
Gardens and Riverside Paths
Fulham Palace is the historic home of the Bishops of London. Its 13-acre botanical garden combines rare trees with a walled garden. In the north of Ravenscourt Park, the wild garden offers a different focus, with a pond, a meadow and a wooded area. Conditions and access to this natural area may change; check the latest information before planning a visit.
The Thames Path connects Hammersmith and Fulham, passing town centres, green spaces, sports clubs and riverside businesses. It is suitable for walking, cycling and running. Path conditions and diversions can change, so it is worth checking the current route before setting out. For a different perspective, try the Hammersmith Riverside Walk: it runs along the Hammersmith Riverside and offers insights into the history of the Arts and Crafts movement as well as local stories. Check the availability of this route before travelling.
Houses and Design History
The William Morris Society Museum is housed in the coach house and ground-floor rooms of Kelmscott House, where William Morris lived from 1878 to 1896. The museum is a ten-minute walk from Ravenscourt Park Underground station. There is a free Strawberry Thief activity trail for children. Visitor activities may change; confirm the trail’s availability with the museum.
Emery Walker’s House at 7 Hammersmith Terrace also tells a story of design history. Morris & Co. wallpaper is said to survive in almost every room in its original condition; the house is believed to be one of only a few in the world where this is the case. Another historic stop is Hammersmith Bridge: Sir Joseph Bazalgette built the suspension bridge in 1884.
Fulham Palace offers introductory talks, guided tours and discovery trails. As the programme may change, check the latest offerings before visiting. This lets you plan your discoveries around the garden, the history of the house and the interpretation activities available at the time.
Theatre, Film and Football
The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre building is fully accessible. As facilities may change, check the latest accessibility information before your visit. The theatre also offers workshops linked to certain performances in the Main House; whether they take place depends on the programme. If you plan to attend a workshop, check the current schedule.
Eventim Apollo is a major London venue for live entertainment and one of the largest and best-preserved original theatres in the United Kingdom. The Hammersmith Underground and bus stations near Eventim Apollo are accessible to wheelchair users. This information about the stations should be distinguished from the information about the Lyric Hammersmith theatre building.
The two screens at Riverside Studios show a wide variety of films, including several annual festivals. Its family events programme is also extensive, featuring drama, arts and crafts activities, and other workshops. Film and community programmes change over time, so check the latest listings for specific screenings or events.
Craven Cottage offers stadium tours and a matchday experience. The tours introduce visitors to the stadium, while the matchday experience depends on a specific fixture schedule. Tour offerings and formats, as well as match dates and participation requirements, may change. Check the latest information if either experience is to be a firm part of your travel plans.
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