Which tube is Somerset House?
By London Underground Nearest stations: Temple (Circle & District lines; 250 metres, 5-minute walk) Covent Garden (Piccadilly line; 650m, 8min) Charing Cross (Bakerloo & Northern lines; 700m, 10min)
How do you get to Somerset House?
Admission to Somerset House is free, but you’ll need to buy a ticket for some exhibitions and events. Part of the Strand outside Somerset House is now a pedestrian/cycle zone. The Strand is permanently closed to traffic between Surrey Street and Waterloo Bridge.
Do you have to book to go to Somerset House?
Tickets to our exhibitions and events must be booked in advance, online.
What is Somerset House now used for?
Although Somerset House has now been transformed into one of London’s cultural platforms for art, when civil registration began in 1837 it was used to issue birth certificates, marriage certificates and death certificates in England and Wales.
When did Somerset House close?
1775
Suffering from neglect, Old Somerset House began to be demolished in 1775.
Where is Somerset House now?
London
Somerset House Studios is an experimental workspace in the centre of London connecting artists, makers and thinkers with audiences.
Can you watch the ice skating at Somerset House?
The ice rink is now closed for the season, it will return in November 2022. Skate at Somerset House returned, with an exciting new partnership with Moët & Chandon, providing a spectacular season of celebration in the heart of London.
Is Courtauld Gallery free?
The Courtauld Gallery is open every day 10am to 6pm (last admission 5.15pm)….Gallery Facilities.
| Weekday | Weekend | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (19+) | £9.00 | £11.00 |
| Friends and Patrons | Free | Free |
| 18 and under | Free | Free |
Do people live in Somerset House?
The present Somerset House was designed by Sir William Chambers, begun in 1776, and was further extended with Victorian era outer wings to the east and west in 1831 and 1856 respectively….
| Somerset House | |
|---|---|
| Current tenants | Multiple |
| Construction started | 1776 |
| Cost | £462,323 (1801) |
| Landlord | Somerset House Trust |
How long is ice skating at Somerset House?
Please note that all sessions are 45 minutes.
How much does it cost to visit the Courtauld Gallery?
The Courtauld Gallery is open every day 10am to 6pm (last admission 5.15pm)….Gallery Facilities.
| Weekday | Weekend | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (19+) with donation | £11.00 | £13.00 |
| Adult (19+) | £9.00 | £11.00 |
| Friends and Patrons | Free | Free |
| 18 and under | Free | Free |
Who lives in Somerset House London?
| Somerset House | |
|---|---|
| Current tenants | Multiple |
| Construction started | 1776 |
| Cost | £462,323 (1801) |
| Landlord | Somerset House Trust |
Who owns Somerset House in London?
The site of Somerset House stood directly on the River Thames until the Victoria Embankment parkway was built in the late 1860s….
| Somerset House | |
|---|---|
| Current tenants | Multiple |
| Construction started | 1776 |
| Cost | £462,323 (1801) |
| Landlord | Somerset House Trust |
Where is the biggest ice rink in UK?
London’s Hyde Park
The huge Winter Wonderland at London’s Hyde Park boasts the largest ice skating rink in the UK. It’s built around the gorgeous Victorian bandstand and set under a canopy of twinkling lights so its even more magical skating here after dark.
How to get to Somerset House in London by public transport?
Use the Transport for London (TfL) Journey Planner to find the best route to Somerset House. Buses 1, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 26, 59, 68, 76, 87, 91, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 341, 521, RV1 and X68 all pass along the Strand and/or Aldwych, stopping within 100-200 metres of Somerset House.
Where is Somerset House?
Somerset House sits on the banks of the Thames, one of London’s former riverside palaces, now transformed into a cultural and arts hub. Planning a visit to Somerset House?
Is there a docking station at Somerset House?
There are several Santander Cycles docking stations near Somerset House. There’s no car parking at Somerset House, and very little on-street parking nearby. The closest car park is on Parker Street, WC2B 5NT. Our Accessibility page contains details of accessible parking for Blue Badge-holders.
Where is the information desk at Somerset House?
The Somerset House information desk is in Seamen’s Hall, which you can reach directly from The Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court or the River Terrace. Head here for details on all our exhibitions and events, and to book tickets for our free guided tours.