Find out a general overview of the area using Wikipedia gives us the quick following overview of the area: “ Kennington is a district in South London, England. It is mainly within the London Borough of Lambeth, running along the boundary with the London Borough of Southwark, a boundary which can be discerned from the early medieval period between the Lambeth and St George’s parishes of those boroughs respectively. It is located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) south of Charing Cross in Inner London and is identified as a local centre in the London Plan. It was a royal manor in the parish of St Mary, Lambeth in the county of Surrey and was the administrative centre of the parish from 1853. Proximity to central London was key to the development of the area as a residential suburb and it was incorporated into the metropolitan area of London in 1855. “
In Kennington, what things may you need?
We have compiled for you a list of the different places you might want to check in Kennington name before moving in the neighbourhood.
Tube & Train stations in and around Kennington
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 Kennington 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall | South Lambeth Road, London | 4 | 267 |
| Kennington | United Kingdom | 3.9 | 92 |
| Oval | 318 Kennington Park Rd, London | 4.3 | 72 |
| Vauxhall | London | 4.2 | 144 |
Hospitals, pharmacies and doctors in the area of Kennington
Kennington has 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wooden Spoon House | Community health centre, 5 Dugard Way, London | N/A | N/A |
| Pregma | 19 Saint George Wharf, London | N/A | N/A |
What schools are in the area of Kennington?
Having a school near the place you live is a great feature of the property you are about to move in. Please find below a list of the schools within the area of Kennington.
| School Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lambeth School of Art | 38 Saint Oswald’s Place, London | N/A | N/A |
| Flute lessons | Triangle Estate, 191 Kennington Lane, London | N/A | N/A |
| Kumon Maths & English | 226-228, Kennington Park Road, London | 4.9 | 17 |
| Octavia House Schools, London – Vauxhall | Vauxhall Street, London | 5 | 3 |
| Lambeth Teaching Schools’ Alliance | Vauxhall Primary School, Vauxhall Street, London | 3 | 1 |
| Hurley Pre-school | Hurley House, Kempsford Road, London | 5 | 5 |
| Keyworth Primary School | Faunce Street, London | 3.2 | 10 |
| Purple Jay Lambeth | Longton House, Lambeth Walk, London | 5 | 7 |
| St Paul’s Primary School, Walworth | Penrose Street, London | 4.1 | 9 |
| King’s College London Mathematics School | Lambeth Towers, 80 Kennington Road, London | 4.8 | 20 |
| Early Steps Day Nursery | 103 Lorrimore Road, London | 5 | 2 |
| Lilian Baylis Technology School | 323 Kennington Lane, London | 4.3 | 13 |
| Piano Teachers | 106, Printworks, 22 Amelia Street, London | N/A | N/A |
| St Anne’s R C Primary School & Pre-school Nursery for 3-4 year olds | 6 Durham Street, London | 4.3 | 19 |
| Vauxhall Primary School | Vauxhall Street, London | 3.6 | 10 |
| Henry Fawcett Primary School | Bowling Green Street, London | 4.5 | 14 |
| Toad Hall Montessori Nursery School | 37 Saint Mary’s Gardens, London | 4.3 | 6 |
| Archbishop Sumner Church of England Primary School | Reedworth Street, London | 4.1 | 11 |
| Ashmole Primary School | Ashmole Street, London | 4.2 | 9 |
| St Mark’s Church of England Primary & Nursery School, Kennington | Harleyford Road, London | 4.6 | 22 |
Post offices in and around the area of Kennington
Want to send and receive parcels easily? There is no better way to do that than having a post office nearby. Not only do they provide post services but post office in Kennington can provide a wide range of services such as: sending money or subscribing post insurance. Here is the list of post offices in your next area
| Post Office Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennington Park Post Office | 410 Kennington Road, London | 3.5 | 184 |
| Vauxhall Street Post Office | 36-38 Vauxhall Street, London | 2.8 | 105 |
| Kennington and Walworth Delivery Office | Royal Mail Kennington and Walworth Delivery Office, 111-123 Crampton Street, London | 3.3 | 106 |
Some great things about Kennington
At Cozee we looked at elements defining the area like restaurants, nightlife, parks, and more. Whether you’re a foodie or night owl, Kennington has something for you. Check out spots below to get a feel for life in Kennington.
What kind of restaurants are there?
Kennington 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novotel London Waterloo | 113 Lambeth Road, London | 4.3 | 2369 |
| Park Plaza London Riverbank | 18 Albert Embankment, London | 4.3 | 5157 |
| Eagle London | 349 Kennington Lane, London | 4.3 | 542 |
| The Rose | 35 Albert Embankment, London | 4.3 | 1587 |
| The Old Red Lion | 42 Kennington Park Road, London | 4.3 | 798 |
| Kennington Tandoori | 313 Kennington Road, London | 4.3 | 440 |
| Domino’s Pizza – London – Elephant and Castle | 146, 148 Newington Butts, Elephant and Castle, London | 4.3 | 488 |
| Chino Latino | Park Plaza Riverbank, 18 Albert Embankment, London | 4.3 | 689 |
| Bonnington Cafe and Community Centre | 11 Vauxhall Grove, London | 4.3 | 563 |
| The Black Dog | 112 Vauxhall Walk, London | 4.3 | 1485 |
| The Beehive | 51 Durham Street, London | 4.3 | 498 |
| Tamesis Dock | Albert Embankment, London | 4.3 | 2258 |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 343 Kennington Road, London | 4.3 | 401 |
| Pico Bar & Grill | 74 Albert Embankment, London | 4.3 | 820 |
| Toulouse Lautrec | 140 Newington Butts, London | 4.3 | 932 |
| Garden Museum | 5 Lambeth Palace Road, London | 4.3 | 980 |
| Adulis Restaurant | 44-46 Brixton Road, London | 4.3 | 607 |
| The Kennington | 60 Camberwell New Road, London | 4.3 | 985 |
| Pret A Manger | 21 Saint George Wharf, London | 4.3 | 789 |
| The Three Stags | 67-69 Kennington Road, London | 4.3 | 1179 |
Museums & Galleries in the area
An area thrives through its people and their interactions. Discover Kennington through its art scene by exploring galleries, museums, and cultural institutions, providing enjoyable weekend activities and contributing to the vibrant community.
| Museum name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial War Museum | Lambeth Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| The Cinema Museum | 2 Dugard Way, Renfrew Road, London | 4.7 | 342 |
| Garden Museum | 5 Lambeth Palace Road, London | 4.3 | 991 |
| Kennington Park History Hut | FVMQ+3X, London | 5 | 1 |
| Photography Archive at Imperial War Museum | Two Eagles House, 27 Austral Street, London | 4.3 | 24 |
| London Fire Brigade Museum | Lambeth High Street, London | 2.9 | 47 |
Parks and green spaces in Kennington
One of London’s best features is its many green spaces. See if Kennington offers space for strolls or picnics.
| Park Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall City Farm | 165 Tyers Street, London | 4.5 | 435 |
| Jamyang London Buddhist Centre | The Old Courthouse, 43 Renfrew Road, London | 4.8 | 42 |
| Kennington Park | Kennington Park Road, London | 4.4 | 3487 |
| Bonnington Square Pleasure Garden | 2-12 Bonnington Square, London | 4.7 | 115 |
| Garden Museum | 5 Lambeth Palace Road, London | 4.3 | 980 |
| Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens | New Spring Gardens Walk, Vauxhall, Vauxhall Walk, London | 4.3 | 1433 |
| Walworth Garden | Walworth Garden, 206 Manor Place, London | 4.8 | 145 |
| Cleaver Square | Cleaver Square, London | 4.6 | 57 |
| Hugo Buggs water garden | 139 Vauxhall Walk, London | N/A | N/A |
| Spring Gardens Nursery | 16 Newport Street, London | 4.8 | 55 |
| Lollard Street Adventure Playground | 102 Lollard Street, Kennington Road, London | 4.2 | 54 |
| Pasley Park | 39 Chapter Road, London | 4.2 | 333 |
| Community Healing Garden | 17 Aveline Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| Kennington Green | Kennington Green, Kennington Road, London | 3 | 1 |
| Dog exercise area | Isabella House, Othello Close, London | N/A | N/A |
| Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Garden | Centenary Hall, 50 Cottington Street, London | N/A | N/A |
| Cottington Community Garden | London Borough of, London | N/A | N/A |
| Venn Park | Vauxhall, London | N/A | N/A |
| Lambeth Walk Doorstep Green | Lambeth Walk Doorstep Green, Fitzalan Street, London | 4.2 | 6 |
| Doddington Grove Garden | UK | 5 | 1 |
Pubs in the area
As Londoners, at Cozee we are deeply attached to our weekly attendance to our local pub. Why should you be different in the place where you are going to live? That is why we have been testing and reviewing all the pubs in Kennington. As a matter of fact, we didn’t… But we would have loved to. Here is then the list of the greatest pubs of Kennington
| Pub name Name | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Beehive | 51 Durham Street Kennington SE11 5JA | A 1930s pub of the mock-tudor style. The interior features modern wooden panelling to the lower part of the walls and bar which gives a more contemporary feel. Large bi-folding glass doors lead to a pleasant paved garden to the rear. Open until midnight on cricket days. |
| Black Dog | 112 Vauxhall Walk Kennington SE11 5ER | Welcoming and popular (especially on weekdays) independent freehouse pub situated just off the Albert Embankment. Varied and well presented range of food on offer from the open-to-view kitchen spanning lunch and dinner. A house beer Black Dog English Pale Ale along with 1-2 varying real ales are usually available. Card payments only. |
| Black Prince | 6 Black Prince Road Kennington SE11 6HS | Pleasant and welcoming pub situated in a residential side street a few minutes’ walk from the Oval cricket ground. Staff believe the pub to date from the 18th century. Dark wood panelling adorns the walls and the decor features shields and barrels. Brunch is served on Saturday from 12-4 and the normal menu resumes thereafter. Roasts on Sunday until they’re gone. |
| Cock | 340 Kennington Road Kennington SE11 4LD | The pub reverted to its original name in 2018 along with a makeover in what the pub describes as their own Georgian Tiki style, a nod to the venue’s previous incarnation as a tiki bar. Real ale was also introduced. |
| Derby | 336 Kennington Park Road Kennington SE11 4PP | Ex-Courage, Inntrepreneur, Unique, Enterprise Inns. Previously called the Greyhound, the pub changed hands in 2011 and was renamed the Brown Derby. Following a refurbishment in 2022 the name was shortened to the Derby. Has a long and narrow interior with numerous beer and whisky memorabilia on the walls, and a relaxed, inclusive atmosphere. There are regular live music on Friday evenings. As at Mar 2023 offers only one changing cask beer (generally alternates between Tribute and Hophead) as other three handpumps are out of action, though the pub aim to get them repaired in the near future. Instagram: @the_derby_se11 |
| Dog House | 293 Kennington Road Kennington SE11 6BY | Quirky twin bar pub situated in a prominent position in Kennington and handy for those visiting the Oval cricket ground. Outdoor seating available at the front. Live music once or twice a week. Under new management in 2013. |
| Duchy Arms | 63 Sancroft Street Kennington SE11 5UG | A traditional late Victorian public house forming the corner of Sancroft Street and Courtenay Street. It is underwent an extensive refurbishment 2014. There is a bar to the front and dining area to the rear. The former car park provides ample outdoor seating for the summer. |
| Hanover Arms | 326 Kennington Park Road Kennington SE11 4PP | Ex-Courage, Inntrepreneur, Unique, now Enterprise Inns. Narrow interior, with plaster-moulded cornice and ceiling roses, classical frieze under the ceiling, thin column with fancy capital, wallpaper, red-upholstered banquettes. Decent mix of longer-standing and more recent incomer locals. |
| Jolly Gardeners | 49-51 Black Prince Road Kennington SE11 6AB | After an earlier spell as the Jolly Cockney, the pub was repositioned in 2008 as a German beer pub. Following a change of management in 2021, the venue is now more of a gastro-pub. This spacious and airy Victorian corner pub has two seating areas separated by central servery, and period features including cornice, columns, and bar stillion. Has a number of beers on tap, mainly from south London breweries, and cask ale was restored in autumn 2023. Since July 2023 it has a sister pub in East Greenwich, The Duke of Greenwich. |
| Mansion House | 48 Kennington Park Road Kennington SE11 4RS | The pub is of contemporary design with a glass frontage that can be opened during warm weather. Outside seating is to the front which is covered by an awning during less clement conditions. A nice touch is the interior brass base of an old mash tun set into the floor by the front door. Previously the pub offered a broad range of Oakham cask beers but following a change of ownership in early 2023 cask beer was no longer available. By August 2023 one of the five handpumps was back in use. |
| Mc & Sons | 355 Kennington Lane Kennington SE11 5QY | There’s plenty of Brewer’s Tudor dark beams in this pub, and an original “Bass on Draught” window survives at the front. This is a small corner-site pub which has the look of always having been a basic boozer. Furnishings are in the traditional pub style – soft green upholstered banquettes combined with round tables and stools. A wealth of historic memorabilia and pictures of characters from bygone years adorn the walls. This is a friendly locals’ pub. Having closed in early 2023 when the licensee retired, the pub was subsequently acquired by Windmill Taverns and reopened under its new name in late May 2023. Card payments only. |
| Old Red Lion | 42 Kennington Park Road Kennington SE11 4RS | This Grade II-listed hostelry was rebuilt by Hoare & Co Brewery in 1933 and designed in the Brewer’s Tudor style by renowned inter-war pub architect Sydney C Clark. The two bars are connected by low doorways and a central servery. Original interior features include heavy timbering to the walls and ceiling, the bar counter, glazed panels and fireplace surrounds. The original toilets at the rear have been opened up to provide additional seating in cosy side rooms. The pub has a welcoming atmosphere with an eclectic mix of furniture and oddities. Portobello took over here from Antic in late 2020. A (non real) product from the Herefordshire Cider Co was available in August 2023. |
| Pilgrim | 247 Kennington Lane Kennington SE11 5QU | Popular, spacious and airy pub which these days offers a single large bar area running the full length of the building. Has tables and chairs in the front half and more informal sofas in the rear. Also has paved outdoor seating areas at both front and back. Live music held on Fridays and Saturdays. |
| Prince of Wales | 48 Cleaver Square Kennington SE11 4EA | Welcoming local pub situated in a well preserved Georgian square close to Kennington underground station, and handy for the Oval and the Imperial War Museum. Traditional pub food served. Sporting events shown on terrestrial TV. |
| Ship | 171 Kennington Road Kennington SE11 6SF | Largely opened up inside and modernised to some extent, this pub retains the atmosphere of a real pub. The bar area on the right is furnished with normal tables and chairs, but through an archway on the left is another room, extending back beyond the servery, with a few tall tables/tall stools and more standard furnishings. This room also contains a rarely seen bar billiards table. Decor is inevitably, and appropriately, nautically themed, with ships’ wheels, ships’ lamps and seafaring based prints on the walls. Three or four real ales usually available plus a cider on the 6 handpumps. Food is available lunchtimes and evenings every day, and all day at weekends. There’s an express lunch menu on weekdays. Quiz night on Tuesdays and live music on Saturdays. Also has accommodation suites sleeping 9-12 people on the upper floors. |
| Tankard | 111 Kennington Road Kennington SE11 6SF | Once a Charrington’s pub, this Victorian corner pub is located close to the Imperial War Museum. Was re-opened under its original name in late July 2017 by the local Draft House group, now part of BrewDog, having had a number of previous incarnations in recent years. The airy interior has a contemporary feel and there is a spacious first floor roof terrace. |
| Tommyfield | 185 Kennington Lane Kennington SE11 4EZ | Smart, mainly food-led pub operated by the Three Cheers Pub Co. with a contemporary feel (was refurbished in 2010) and named after the 19th century market that was home to Britain’s first fish and chip shop. Today’s food offering, however, extends well beyond just fish and chips, and much of the food comes from sustainable sources. Accommodation was added in 2014. Upstairs is the Master Room, with its own bar, for private parties and events, and hosts one of London’s best stand-up comedy gigs every other Thursday. |
| White Bear | 138 Kennington Park Road Kennington SE11 4DJ | A Grade II listed early Victorian mid-terraced pub complete with its own theatre. Reopened in October 2016 following a refurbishment the pub is now run by Young’s with greater focus given over to dining. Details of what is on at the theatre are available on its website http://whitebeartheatre.co.uk. |
Gyms in Kennington
More at-home work means more gym-goers. Major chains make staying active in Kennington easy.
| Gym Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza London Riverbank | 18 Albert Embankment, London | 4.3 | 5157 |
| PureGym London Oval | Units 4, 4A, 5 and 5A, Canterbury Court, Kennington Park Road, London | 4.3 | 444 |
| Foundry Gym – Vauxhall | Black Prince Community Hub, 5 Beaufoy Walk, London | 4.3 | 104 |
| LOVE BASKETBALL ACADEMY | off 6AA, 5 Beaufoy Walk, Black Prince Road, London | 4.3 | 5 |
| Black Prince Trust | Beaufoy Walk, London | 4.3 | 26 |
| London Olympic Weightlifting Academy | Railway Arch, 106a Tinworth Street, London | 4.3 | 51 |
| Snap Fitness Elephant & Castle 24 Hour Gym | 130, 138 Newington Butts, Elephant and Castle, Southwark | 4.3 | 203 |
| Sleven Fitness | 78-79 Albert Embankment, London | 4.3 | 135 |
| Fitzroy Lodge Boxing Club | 180 Lambeth Road, London | 4.3 | 89 |
| Good Health Yoga Centre | St George Wharf, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Criss Cross Active | Kennington Park Road, London | 4.3 | 2 |
| Muay Thai Fitness Classes | Beaufoy Walk, Black Prince Road, London | 4.3 | 22 |
| Don Davis Boxing Academy | Beaufoy Walk, London | 4.3 | 3 |
| Calcetto vauxhall | London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Kennington Park Outdoor Exercise Bars | Kennington Park Road, London | 4.3 | 33 |
| Yoga with Philippe | 41 Vauxhall Walk, London | 4.3 | 9 |
| Don Montgomery community | don montgomery community | 4.3 | N/A |
| Solo60: Spring Mews (Vauxhall) | Spring Mews, Solo60, 8 Tinworth Street, London | 4.3 | 10 |
| Champion Fridays Personal Training – Vauxhaul | Spring Mews, Solo60, 8 Tinworth Street, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| The Iron Club | 106A Tinworth Street, London | 4.3 | 8 |
Supermarkets in Kennington
Out of all the other services in Kennington, supermarkets are arguably some of the most important. Take a look at the table below that tells you where the nearest supermarkets are so you can do your shppping conveniently. It would be a shame to move somewhere new and not realise some of your favourite stores aren’t nearby in Kennington.
| Supermarket/Grocery store name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poundland | Unit 1, 49/63 King Street, London | 4.1 | 522 |
| Iceland Supermarket Hammersmith | 111-117 King Street, London | 4.1 | 610 |
| Tesco Express | 13-16, Broadway Centre, London | 3.3 | 165 |
| Tesco Express | 69-77 Hammersmith Road, London | 3.2 | 77 |
| Tesco Superstore | 180 Shepherds Bush Road, London | 4 | 400 |
| Tesco Express | Brunswick House, Parr’s Way, London | 3.6 | 37 |
| Sainsbury’s | 2-3, Kings Mall, King Street, London | 4.1 | 1074 |
| Tesco Express | 168-188 Fulham Palace Road, London | 2.7 | 39 |
| Sainsbury’s Local | 3 North End Crescent, London | 3.7 | 59 |
| Marks and Spencer | 27 King Street, London | 4.1 | 1049 |
| Little Waitrose & Partners | 201-207 Fulham Palace Road, London | 4.2 | 284 |
| M&S Simply Food | 171 Talgarth Road, London | 3.4 | 41 |
| Sainsbury’s Local | 179-183 Fulham Palace Road, London | 2.9 | 42 |
| halalo.co.uk | 3 Shortlands, London | 5 | 1 |
| Oseyo Hammersmith | Unit 5b, 6 Hammersmith Broadway, London | 4.3 | 68 |
| Best-One Hammersmith | 52 Fulham Palace Road, London | 4.4 | 16 |
| 有家超市/YOHOME Oriental Lifestyle | 77 Fulham Palace Road, London | 5 | 18 |
| Londis | 53A Palliser Road, London | 4.3 | 10 |
| Milifortune Ltd | 88-90 Fulham Palace Road, London | 2.9 | 22 |
| 复来超市 Hammersmith店 Fulai supermarket hammersmith | 20 Beadon Road, London | 4.8 | 12 |
What kind of things are there to do in the city of Kennington?
Kennington is full of life and things to do. We suggest looking at Timeout for their weekly Kennington event listings to find local activities. Here’s a convenient link to see their upcoming happenings.
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