Wikipedia gives us the quick following overview of the area: “ Colliers Wood is an area in south west London, England, in the London Borough of Merton. It is a mostly residential area, but has a busy high street around Colliers Wood tube station on London Underground’s Northern line. The high street is part of the A24, a major road route roughly following the Northern Line, running from London through Tooting and other areas. The Colliers Wood ward had a population of 10,712 in 2011. “
What to do in the area of Colliers Wood
Colliers Wood is full of life and things to do. We suggest looking at Timeout for their weekly Colliers Wood event listings to find local activities. Here’s a convenient link to see their upcoming happenings.
Having a good grasp of what’s in Colliers Wood and where helps get situated when moving. Our map compiles property price points and other details from this article to outline what’s available in Colliers Wood.
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In the city of Colliers Wood, what kind of things are there to do?
What makes the heart of Colliers Wood? At Cozee we asked ourselves what would define the culture, the vibe of a given area. We have come up with the following elements so whether you are a foodie or a night bird, we got you covered. Check out the different restaurants, pubs and gyms that exist in Colliers Wood to help you decide as to whether to move there or not.
What type of green space is there in Colliers Wood?
One of London’s best features is its many green spaces. See if Colliers Wood offers space for strolls or picnics.
| Park Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Gardens | Belvedere Road, London | 4.5 | 1413 |
| Elm Court | 1 Pump Court, London | 4.3 | 6 |
| Middle Temple Gardens | 3 Middle Temple Lane, Temple, London | 4.7 | 82 |
| Bernie Spain Gardens | South Bank, London | 4.4 | 488 |
| Bloomsbury Square Garden | 14 Bloomsbury Square, London | 4.3 | 2017 |
| The Phoenix Garden | 21 Stacey Street, London | 4.6 | 461 |
| LGBT Chairs ️ | Ground Floor, South East Wing, Bush House, 300 Strand, London | 5 | 1 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | 4 Temple Place, Temple, London | N/A | N/A |
| Potnotch | Jubilee Market, Tavistock Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| London Memorial Garden | Savoy Place, London | 3.8 | 4 |
| Drury Lane Gardens | 58 Drury Lane, London | 3.9 | 16 |
| Fountain Court | Temple, London | 4.6 | 8 |
| Southbank boardwalk | South Bank, Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 13 |
| Street Art Skaterpark | 337-338 Belvedere Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| National Theatre garden terrace | South Bank, National Theatre, London | N/A | N/A |
| The Diamond Jubilee Penny Maze | Henrietta Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| Southbank (River Thames South) Walkpath. | Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 18 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | Villiers Street, London | 4.6 | 2523 |
| Diamond Jubilee Garden | St Pauls Church, Bedford Street, London | 4.4 | 12 |
| BIG 7 | 7 Bell Yard, London | N/A | N/A |
Gyms to stay in shape in Colliers Wood
As remote work becomes more prevalent, there’s a corresponding rise in gym attendance to maintain fitness. With options like David Lloyd, TheGym, and others, Colliers Wood could be instrumental in helping you stay in shape – a valuable amenity in close proximity.
| Gym Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health Merton Fitness & Wellbeing Gym | 29 Chapter Way, London | 4.3 | 295 |
| Goyogic | 14 East Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| YourZone45 – Colliers Wood | 200 High Street Colliers Wood, London | 4.3 | 87 |
| The Pole Studio | M.E.D Coffee & Movement, 20 Watermill Way, London | 4.3 | 1 |
| Chi Combat System Martial Arts – Wimbledon | 59-63 High Path, London | 4.3 | 6 |
| Yoga Sarang | 11 Stubbs Way, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| JesterFit | Saint John’s Church Hall, High Path, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Anytime Fitness Tooting | 185 Tooting High Street, London | 4.3 | 256 |
| Fighting Fit | 192 Merton Road, London | 4.3 | 9 |
| Wimbledon Personal Training | Unit 3, The Long Shop, Merton Abbey Mills, Merton | 4.3 | N/A |
| Yogi | 7-9 Christchurch Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Fitness by Eddy with Karina – Wimbledon | Unit 2, 131 Merton High Street, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| The Gym Group London Colliers Wood | Unit 2, Priory Retail Park, 131 Merton High Street, London | 4.3 | 390 |
| Gym | 114 Christchurch Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Jetts Gym 24hr Colliers Wood | 118, 120 Christchurch Road, London | 4.3 | 142 |
| Elite Private Fitness, Wimbledon | 55 All Saints Road, London | 4.3 | 7 |
| Ken Ytc Yoga And Holistic Health | Woodlands House, 112 Cavendish Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| OM YOGA | All Saints Centre, 44 All Saints Road, London | 4.3 | 4 |
| kickboxing W19,Shogun Academy of Martial Arts, | All Saints Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| M.E.D Coffee & Movement | 18 Watermill Way, London | 4.3 | 82 |
Pubs in the area
As Londoners, we cherish our local pubs. Colliers Wood has some great go-to spots. From smaller, more family run chains to larger pubs like WeatherSpoons, there is a pub for everyone in the area.
| Pub name Name | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Charles Holden | 198 High Street Colliers Wood SW19 2BH | Note the original tiling at the front of the pub which has recently been restored. A light, airy pub. Tables and chairs to the right are set out for dining but to the left is bar stool style seating and tables and further round are sofas. Decorated with paintings and pictures by local artists which may be purchased. Ramped access to bar area at front of pub. At the back of the pub a raised area with tables and chairs overlooks the large garden which includes a bottled beer bar. Heated marquee which has TV for rugby overflow. The Charles Holden is named after the architect who designed the Grade II listed tube station opposite (see board just inside the front door for more about his career). Was the Colliers Tup (2005 – April 2013) and originally the Victory. Operated by Laine Pub Company from April 2017, previously New Pub Co (ex Massive). |
| Kiss Me Hardy | Unit 5, Priory Retail Park, 131 High Street Colliers Wood SW19 2PP | Alcohol not served until 10am. A modern pub refurbished June 2016. Mostly carpeted with a variety of tables and chairs and some comfortable fixed seating. Over 18s only area in what was originally the public bar. Children’s play area upstairs. |
| Merton Apprentice | The Apprentice Shop, Merton Abbey Mills, Watermill Way Colliers Wood SW19 2RD | Open to 10pm for major TV sport. Fri to Sun – may stay open later – closing time given as ‘late’. Opening times may be dependent on the weather. A one room pub with wooden floors and mainly bare brick walls, furnished with tables, chairs and armchairs. Original artwork by a local artist. Note the Morris Seaweed signage, designed in 1901 by JH Dearle and originally printed locally. Opposite the bandstand. Toilets in neighbouring block, the Coles Shop (may require keypad code evenings). Food from local outlets may be taken into the pub. Maybe concession operating at front of pub. eg summer weekends. Opened March 2016. New premises and name for the Wimbledon Craft Beer Emporium. |
| Royal Standard | 180 High Street Colliers Wood SW19 2BN | A striking ornate Royal Standard crest forming part of the fabric of the building was repainted during a makeover in 2016 (see photos). A one bar pub retaining much of the layout of its original two bar format. Carpeted, with a variety of tables and chairs. Note the historical local pictures with trams. Multiple TV screens are popular with horse racing fans. At least one cask beer is usually available on handpump. |
| William Morris | 20 Watermill Way, Merton Abbey Mills (off Merantun Way) Colliers Wood SW19 2RD | An imaginative conversion of the block-house of the former Liberty print works a quarter mile upstream on the Wandle from the former William Morris works. A large central bar surrounded by a variety of tables and seating plus a piano. Stone and boarded flooring. Some interesting art pieces on the wall and murals on the exterior. Happy Hour 6-7 Mon-Thu. Selected drinks half price including Doom Bar. Additional bar ‘Beer Hive’ added 2021 near to bandstand. Open when demand. No real ale. Opened by Regent Inns in 1990 and then operated by Broken Foot. Closed 22 December 2017 with a soft reopening 21 June 2019 following refurbishment by new operator Amtel Sheem Ltd. Reopened fully 5 July 2019. Real Ale reinstalled early August 2019. |
| Wimbledon Brewery Tap | Unit 8, Colllege Fields Business Centre, 19 Prince Georges Road Colliers Wood SW19 2PT | Tap Room closed from November until Six Nations Saturday 3 February. However ‘you can still visit for a pint or two during shop opening hours’. Shop open 11-5.30 Mon-Fri. Open 12-9 Six Nations Saturdays, 3, 10 and 24 Feb, 9 and 16 March. Booking advised. See website ‘tap’. Hot food available. Check website (‘tap’) for events and bookings. Some during Tap Room closure. Brewery’s keg, bottled and canned beers also available. Also three guest keg beers from local independent breweries. Guest bottled beers include saison and gueze styles. A draught cider from local producer Against the Grain features. Food from either Bratwurst or Corleone pizza or K&K Kitchens, Tables and benches upstairs in area overlooking the brewery. Tables and benches at front, some in a covered area with heating available. Note the large metal sculpture of the brewery’s logo in the bar area. |
| Horse & Groom | 131 Merton High Street Merton SW19 1DE | New management from May 2023. Carpetted and furnished with a variety of tables, chairs and upholstered fixed seating. Garden seating includes booths. Reopened 21 September 2021 reverting to original name after refurbishment. Originally the Horse & Groom, (and prior to that the Bricklayers’ Arms until 1882) and officially known by its nickname the Dark House (see sign on east wall) from 1984 until 1994, reverting to its original name until 1997 when it became the Kilkenny Tavern. |
| Trafalgar | 23 High Path Merton SW19 2JY | A small friendly one-bar street corner house. Refurbished September 2023, with a variety of tables, chairs and settles and pictures of ships of the battle of Trafalgar. An interesting variety of bottled beers, canned beers, keg craft beers and lagers (Flensburger, Ayinger). Instagram – thetrafalgarsw19 The main part of the pub dates from 1860s with the extension from 1906. Historically it had the nickname of the ‘Threepenny Hop’ as it was said that men would occasionally hop over the fence from the now disused Merton Abbey railway line for a threepenny pint. The pub has its own cricket team. CAMRA South West London Branch Pub of the Year 2017, having also won the ballot in 2015, 2011, 2009 and 2007, as well as being the 2008 Winner of the CAMRA London Regional Pub of the Year award. Was closed from 26/5/2021 to 11/9/2023. |
| Leather Bottle | 277 Kingston Road Merton Park SW19 3NW | Large one bar pub with various distinct areas and a welcoming atmosphere. Large variety of seating, from armchairs to bench seats, with appropriate tables. Painted and panelled walls with some interesting pictures e.g. ‘Nelson’s House’. Note leaded glass in upper windows. Flooring a mixture of tiling, polished wood and carpeting. The current building dates from 1897 although it is understood a pub of the same name stood in what is now the pub car park from the early 18th century. It was the Old Leather Bottle for a time. Reopened 22nd May 2015 after refurbishment. |
| Old Rutlishians’ Association | The Clubhouse, Poplar Road Merton Park SW19 3JS | The Rutlish Old Boys Association was formed in 1906 becoming the Old Rutlishians’ Association in 1921. |
Museums & Galleries nearby
The vitality of a region is shaped by its residents who live, work, and engage with one another. Exploring an area through art offers a fresh perspective. If you’re considering relocating to Colliers Wood, we highly suggest exploring the local galleries, museums, and cultural establishments. These venues offer delightful experiences, especially on weekends.
| Museum name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merton Priory Chapter House | Chapter Way, London | 4.8 | 20 |
What supermarkets are there?
Finally we wouldn’t like to let you down on where to do your grocery shopping in Colliers Wood. Although solutions like Ocado, Amazon or other delivery services can be a great replacement, knowing if a grocery store is nearby the place you are about to live in is a big plus. Please find below the grocery stores in Colliers Wood.
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What kind of restaurants are there?
Colliers Wood is rich in restaurants, from Indian, Chinese or Italian ones, your area is vibrant with life and the foodies that you may be will surely find what you are looking for.
| Restaurant Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Inn London Wimbledon South hotel | 27 Chapter Way, London | 4.3 | 1102 |
| Watermill Restaurant | 3 Watermill Way, Wimbledon, London | 4.3 | 204 |
| Aya Lebanese Cuisine Colliers Wood | 24 Merton High Street, London | 4.3 | 222 |
| Sams Kebab | 82 High Street, London | 4.3 | 81 |
| Barbecue Island | 7 Lyon Road, London | 4.3 | 1 |
| Colliers Wood Tandoori | 29 High Street Colliers Wood, London | 4.3 | 62 |
| Momshad Indian Take Away | 100 Merton High Street, London | 4.3 | 51 |
| Starbucks Coffee | High Street Colliers Wood, London | 4.3 | 783 |
| Shell | 231 Western Road, London | 4.3 | 124 |
| KFC Colliers Wood – Chapter Way | 3 Chapter Way, London | 4.3 | 1693 |
| Ban Yai Thai Restaurant | Unit 6-7, The Long Shop, 16 Watermill Way, London | 4.3 | 111 |
| Wandle Pirates STEAKHOUSE | The Long Shop, Abbey Mills, 4 Watermill Way, London | 4.3 | 279 |
| Rock Star Sushi Bar | Unit 5, The Long Shop, Watermill Way, London | 4.3 | 144 |
| The Protein Club | Unit 2 The Long Shop, Watermill Way, Colliers Wood | 4.3 | N/A |
| The Garden Shed | 145 Haydons Road, London | 4.3 | 642 |
| Picanha Steakhouse | 219 Tooting High Street, London | 4.3 | 365 |
| Nata’s Coffee Bar -Tooting | 217 Tooting High Street, London | 4.3 | 305 |
| Pizza Hut | Merton Abbey Mill Watermill Way, London | 4.3 | 1035 |
| The Nelson Arms | 15 Merton High Street, London | 4.3 | 158 |
| Apollo Banana Leaf | 190 Tooting High Street, London | 4.3 | 548 |
Finding an estate agent in Colliers Wood
If you’ve been reading up on Colliers Wood, you’re already doing the right research. When you’re ready to take the next step, a trusted estate agent is your best ally.
As a London-based agency,
Cozee knows the market well — and we’d be delighted to help you find your ideal home in Colliers Wood.
The facilities you might need in Colliers Wood
We have compiled for you a list of the different places you might want to check in Colliers Wood name before moving in the neighbourhood.
Post offices of Colliers Wood
Nearby post offices make sending and getting packages easy. In a post office you can do things like exchange currency, post your packages, buy everyday items and even redirect your mail. It is likely you will use one at some point if you were to move in to the area so we have compiled the post offices nearby in a table below so you know if this area is the right place for you.
| Post Office Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merton Post Office | 6-10 Christchurch Road, London | 3.6 | 73 |
Schools in and around the area of Colliers Wood
Having an educational institution close by is a great perk when moving. See the list below of schools located in the Colliers Wood vicinity and how they relate to property prices.
| School Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bumble Bee’s Day Nursery | 73 Haydons Road, London | 4.8 | 20 |
| Nuffield Health Merton Fitness & Wellbeing Gym | 29 Chapter Way, London | 3.4 | 295 |
| Colliers Wood Village Day Nursery | 65-67 High Street Colliers Wood, London | 4 | 1 |
| Singlegate Primary School | South Gardens, London | 4.1 | 10 |
| Acer Capoeira Kids | Colliers Wood Community Centre, 66/72 High Street, London | N/A | N/A |
| Willows Pre-School / Colliers Wood Nursery | COLLIERS WOOD RECREATION GROUND, London | 4.5 | 10 |
| Sure Start Childrens Centres | Lavender Park Pavilion, Lavender Avenue, Mitcham | N/A | N/A |
| Lavender Nursery | Lavender Children’s Centre, Veals Mead, Mitcham | 4.9 | 7 |
| The Best Drum lessons in South London, Wimbledon | 3, 57 Windsor Avenue, London | 5 | 21 |
| Haslemere House | 68 Haslemere Avenue, Mitcham | N/A | N/A |
| The way of the light | 217 Phipps Bridge Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Garfield Primary School | Garfield Road, London | 3.5 | 24 |
| All Saints C of E Primary School, Colliers Wood | East Road, London | 5 | 3 |
| Wimbledon Personal Training | Unit 3, The Long Shop, Merton Abbey Mills, Merton | N/A | N/A |
| Flourish Day Nursery – Colliers Wood | Christchurch Hall, 58 Christchurch Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| corleone junior high school | Corleone,, 186 High Street Colliers Wood, London | 5 | 1 |
| Funky Owls Nursery Colliers Wood | 111-115 HIGH STREET, London | 4.8 | 23 |
| Manu Pontes – Guitar Lessons | 82 Cavendish Road, London | 5 | 8 |
| College Fields | United Kingdom | N/A | N/A |
| Infant Success | 3 Palestine Grove, London | N/A | N/A |
Tube & Train stations nearby Colliers Wood
Most prefer transit within a 10-15 minute walk and if there aren’t public connections nearby then this could be something that takes down the price of property or can even deter people from moving in to Colliers Wood entirely. Here is a table below so you can see where these connections are for yourself.
| Train or tube station name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colliers Wood | Underground Ltd, High Street Colliers Wood, London | 4.3 | 77 |
The number of hospitals, pharmacies and doctors in Colliers Wood
Colliers Wood has 3 medical institutions. These include hospitals, doctors offices, pharmacies and other stores providing medical attention. Here are the details the nearby medical institutions (1000 radius of the area).
| Medical institution Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merton Medical Practice | 12-17 Abbey Parade, London | 2.7 | 151 |
| Blackshaw car park | 42-46 Blackshaw Road, London | 3 | 1 |
| HASU (Hyper Acute Stroke Unit) William Drummond Ward | Atkinson Morley Wing, Blackshaw Road, London | N/A | N/A |
Last Updated on March 26, 2026