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Blackheath, Greenwich

Introduction

Blackheath is common land, the name probably arising from the colour of the soil. The northern part of the heath is in LB Greenwich, the southern part in LB Lewisham.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

Opening is unrestricted.

Directions

DLR: Greenwich. Rail: Blackheath. Bus: 53, 54, 89, 108, 202, 380

Owners

Crown Estates (Greenwich)/Earl of Dartmouth (Lewisham)

Features & Designations

Designations

  • Conservation Area

  • Reference: Blackheath and West Greenwich (The Point and west area)
  • Site of Nature Conservation Importance

Key Information

Type

Park

Purpose

Recreational/sport

Principal Building

Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces

Survival

Extant

Hectares

121.5

Open to the public

Yes

References

Contributors

  • London Parks and Gardens Trust