cafe
The Filling Station
A car-themed cafe and bar in a converted petrol station, celebrating automotive culture through its decor, events, and community spirit.
1 km · about 5 min drive
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Camden Town
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Camden Town
Camden Town works well as a base: 4km from St Paul's Cathedral.
Camden Town is in England, United Kingdom, with about 26,000 people. You drive on the left here.
Camden Town ( ) is an area in the London Borough of Camden, around 2.5 miles (4 km) north-northwest of Charing Cross. Historically in Middlesex, it is identified in the London Plan as one of 34 major centres in Greater London.
Laid out as a residential district from 1791 and originally part of the manor of KentishRead more
Town, Camden Town became an important location during the early development of the railways, which reinforced its position on the London canal network. The area's industrial economic base has been replaced by service industries such as retail, tourism and entertainment. The area now hosts street markets and music venues associated with alternative culture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Camden Town?
Within an hour or so of Camden Town: The Filling Station (1 km), ZSL London Zoo (1 km), King's Cross Station Platform 9 3/4 (2 km), Rapha Clubhouse London (3 km).
Are there any good drives near Camden Town?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit, Goodwood Festival of Speed and Rhinefield Ornamental Drive.
Where is Camden Town?
Camden Town is in England, United Kingdom.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 26,122
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.5406, -0.1433
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.
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Worth the detour from Camden Town
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
ZSL London Zoo
The world's oldest scientific zoo, opened in 1828, located in Regent's Park in central London.
1 km · about 5 min drive
film location
King's Cross Station Platform 9 3/4
The London terminus where the Hogwarts Express departs; the real filming used the arch between platforms 4 and 5, and a trolley marker now sits by platform 9.
2 km · about 5 min drive
cafe
Rapha Clubhouse London
A premium cycling and coffee clubhouse in Soho where two-wheeled culture meets specialty coffee and live race screenings.
3 km · about 5 min drive
museum
British Museum
One of the world's oldest and most comprehensive museums, featuring the Rosetta Stone and Elgin Marbles among eight million works.
3 km · about 5 min drive
landmark
Buckingham Palace
The official London residence of the British monarch, famous for the Changing of the Guard ceremony.
4 km · about 10 min drive
museum
National Gallery
Overlooking Trafalgar Square, it houses one of the greatest collections of Western European painting from the 13th to 19th centuries.
4 km · about 5 min drive
cathedral
St Paul's Cathedral
Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece with its iconic dome dominating the London skyline, built after the Great Fire and a symbol of resilience.
4 km · about 10 min drive
Driving roads near Camden Town
4 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- Right hereCrystal Palace CircuitA parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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