Greenwich

Properties and events in Greenwich

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CANCELLED Eltham Palace Open Weekend

Eltham Palace and Gardens, Court Road, Eltham, Greater London, SE9 5NP
In person
Pre-booking not required

In 1936, eccentric millionaires Stephen and Virginia Courtauld decided to build their magnificent art deco mansion right next to the medieval Great Hall of Eltham Palace - creating a masterpiece of modern interiors. Come and visit this open weekend!

CANCELLED Secrets of the Palace Servants

Eltham Palace and Gardens, Court Road, Eltham, Greater London, SE95NP
In person
Pre-booking not required

Follow a family friendly trail revealing the lives of Eltham Palace’s staff, ending in a new exhibition in the servants’ quarters with never-before-seen stories and displays.

Crypt Open Day

St Alfege Church, Greenwich Church Street, London, Greater London, SE10 9BJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Peer into the crypt's vaults and imagine how these would have looked 200 years ago.

Delving through the architect’s lens

The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre, Nelson Mandela Road, London, Greater London, SE3 9QS
In person
Pre-booking required

Go behind the scenes at The Prince Phillip Maritime Collection Centre, on this family friendly tour we will have a wellbeing element, whilst discovering a unique range of objects from around the world.

Footsteps Through Time: Stories and Characters from St Alfege Church

Church Street, Greenwich, London, Greater London, SE10 9BJ
In person
Pre-booking required

Our church touches many fascinating moments through history.

Hidden Spaces Tour

St Alfege Church, Greenwich Church Street, London, Greater London, SE10 9BJ
In person
Pre-booking required

Join our knowledgeable Tour Guides to discover spaces usually closed to the public and hear about the colourful lives of those who served and worshipped in this amazing space.

Ranger's House

Rangers House, Chesterfield Walk, London, Greater London, SE10 8QX
In person
Pre-booking required

Come and join us for a guided tour of Ranger's House through the centuries: from private home to Ranger's residence to home of the Bridgertons. You'll travel from the opulent entrance hall, through the house to our behind the scenes Servants Hall.

Reclaiming Narratives: commonly called by the name of Esther Smith

St Alfege Church, Church Street, Greenwich, London, Greater London, SE10 9BJ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

A powerful poetry reading evening inspired by the many untold stories of Black people connected to St Alfege Church through the centuries.

The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre Community Day

The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre, Nelson Mandela Road, London, Greater London, SE3 9QS
In person
Pre-booking required

Join us for a vibrant celebration of our community and its connection to the collections. This year’s theme is ‘architecture’ and we are hosting a free, fun filled day for all ages, including tours, creative workshops, live performance and activities

The Untold Courtyards: Secrets of Eltham Palace's lost buildings

Eltham Palace and Gardens, Court Road, Eltham, Greater London, SE95NP
In person
Pre-booking required

Explore Eltham Palace’s hidden history this Heritage Open Days with a guided walking tour of its outer courtyard and service buildings. Discover rarely seen spaces, from forgotten gatehouses to medieval royal areas, and uncover untold stories!

The Windrush Front Room in 10 Objects

Woolwich Works, 11 No 1 Street, London, Greater London, SE18 6HD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Take your friends and family down memory lane with the Windrush Front Room.

Untold Stories: Women in St Alfege Tour

St Alfege Church, Greenwich Church Street, London, Greater London, SE10 9BJ
In person
Pre-booking required

Join us to hear the fascinating stories of women connected to St Alfege Church and the role they played through the centuries - from organists to bellringers, and scientists to suffragettes.

Woolwich Works

11 No 1 Street, London, Greater London, SE18 6HD
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Heritage Open Day returns to the architectural award-winning Grade II and II* listed heritage buildings of Woolwich Works! Featuring historical talks and tours, a Bean Feast, open rehearsal and more!