Wikipedia gives us the quick following overview of the area: “ Kingston upon Thames is a town in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, southwest London, England. It is situated on the River Thames and 10 miles (16 km) southwest of Charing Cross. It is notable as the ancient market town in which Saxon kings were crowned and today is the administrative centre of the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames. “
What to do in Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames is full of life and things to do. We suggest looking at Timeout for their weekly Kingston upon Thames event listings to find local activities. Here’s a convenient link to see their upcoming happenings.
Having a good grasp of what’s in Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames.
Some great things about Kingston upon Thames
At Cozee we looked at elements defining the area like restaurants, nightlife, parks, and more. Whether you’re a foodie or night owl, Kingston upon Thames has something for you. Check out spots below to get a feel for life in Kingston upon Thames.
Gyms in Kingston upon Thames
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, Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston Fitness & Wellbeing Gym | Richmond Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 275 |
| David Lloyd Kingston | 2nd Floor, The Rotunda, Clarence Street, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 387 |
| The Gym Group London Kingston | Eve House, Eden Street, Adams Walk, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 1084 |
| Sweaty Betty | 37 Market Place, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 10 |
| Sportac Acrobatic Gymnastics Club (The Gym, De Brome Road, Feltham, TW13 5ER) | o, for post, c, 40 East Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 1 |
| Power Yoga Kingston | Swinnerton Hall, 62 Gibbon Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | N/A |
| Om Tara Yoga | Chichester House, 145A London Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | N/A |
| DB Personal Training | Arena Gym, College, Kent Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 3 |
| Kingston Physio Group | 137 King’s Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 81 |
| Hampton Wick Health | 46 High Street Hampton Wick, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 49 |
| Alva Yoga, Acupuncture and Sound Medicine | 1 Raeburn Close, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 4 |
| Bodyworks | 1 Brunswick Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 10 |
| Sam Tan Yoga | Glamorgan Road, Hampton Wick | 4.3 | 9 |
| Kingston Cobras Kickboxing Club | Arena Health Club, Kingston Hall Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 11 |
| Pregnancy & Hatha Yoga with… Maya & Debbie | Dance Studio @ Kingston College, Kingston Hall Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | N/A |
| GetBodyFit | The Rotunda, 10, The Rotunda Centre, Clarence Street, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 28 |
| High View Chinese Medical Clinic | 31 Old London Road, London, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | N/A |
| Perma Performance | Unit 2 Parc House Studios, 25-37 Cowleaze Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 18 |
| PureGym London Kingston | 27 Wheatfield Way, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 14 |
| Yoga Breathworks | The Studio, 120 Canbury Park Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 10 |
Restaurants in the area
The below table gives you a good idea of what kind of options there are for eating out. In Kingston upon Thames, you may find things like Italian, Chinese or even Indian takeouts. Take a look below if you are visiting or want to move here if eating out is a big deal for you.
| Restaurant Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Albion | 45 Fairfield Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 1109 |
| Gourmet Burger Kitchen (GBK) | 42-46 High Street, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 940 |
| The Foresters Arms | 45 High Street, Hampton Wick, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 486 |
| The Grey Horse – Smok’d | 46 Richmond Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 1216 |
| Red Planet Pizza/jasmine garden Kingston branch | 46 Old London Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 40 |
| Subway | 18 Castle Street, London, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 410 |
| Zizzi – Kingston | 43 Market Place, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 784 |
| Deea Bangladeshi Cuisine | 145-147 Richmond Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 206 |
| The Terrace Eatery | 6A, Food for Thought, 7 apple Market, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 557 |
| Nando’s Kingston | 37-38 High Street, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 1661 |
| Woody’s | 5 Ram Passage, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 850 |
| wagamama kingston upon thames | 16-18 High Street, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 1309 |
| Las Iguanas – Kingston | The Malthouse, 25-29 High Street, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 1454 |
| Spice Lodge | 59 Park Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 85 |
| Al Forno Restaurant | Townsend Parade 1-2-3a, High Street, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 1304 |
| Starbucks Coffee | The Bentall Centre, Wood Street, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 451 |
| Roz Ana | 4-8 Kingston Hill, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 505 |
| Browns Kingston | 3 Charter Quay, Jerome Place, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 2126 |
| Eden Kebab Kingston | 50 Eden Street, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 91 |
| Roosters Piri Piri | 4 Richmond Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 274 |
Where can you buy groceries in the area
Perhaps one of the most common amenities in Kingston upon Thames would be supermarkets. Below, you will be able to tell what type of supermarket there are in Kingston upon Thames and what company operates here.
| Supermarket/Grocery store name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 3 Bellenden Road, London | 4.2 | 2060 |
| Morrisons | Aylesham Centre, Rye Lane, London | 4 | 2472 |
| Poundland | Aylesham Centre, Units 5&13 | 4 | 571 |
| Kim Lien Mini Market | 47 Peckham High Street, London | 4.7 | 85 |
| Tesco Express | 265 Rye Lane, London | 2.6 | 47 |
| Iceland Supermarket London | 74 Rye Lane, London | 4.2 | 363 |
| Tesco Express | 151, 155 Queen’s Road, London | 3.6 | 52 |
| Original Family Carnation Supermarket | 151 Rye Lane, London | 4.8 | 4 |
| Wing Tai Peckham | Wing tai supermarket, unit 11a Rye Lane, London | 4 | 99 |
| A1 Superstore London | 2 Choumert Road, London | 5 | 3 |
| Tesco Express | 34 Rye Lane, London | 2.5 | 20 |
| Sabinah Food Store | 10 Choumert Road, London | 5 | 2 |
| JandT Foods | 7c Choumert Road, London | 5 | 1 |
| 乐旺家超市. | 205 Rye Lane, London | 4.6 | 32 |
| Tienda Latina | Rye Lane Indoor Market, 48 Rye Lane, London | N/A | N/A |
| A&M LOCAL STORE LTD | 176 Peckham High Street, London | N/A | N/A |
| Yesil Irmak Supermarket London | 107 Peckham High Street, London | 4.1 | 9 |
| Gather | 121 Bellenden Road, London | 4.9 | 110 |
| Sainsbury’s Local | 83, 89 Queen’s Road, London | 4 | 61 |
| Jullian Supermarket | 137 Brayards Road, London | 4.3 | 56 |
Green spaces and parks of Kingston upon Thames
One of London’s best assets is its green spaces. See if Kingston upon Thames offers room to roam.
| 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 |
Pubs in the area
As Londoners, we love our local pubs. Kingston upon Thames has great ones to become your new regular spot. Consider these if visiting or moving to the area of Kingston upon Thames.
| Pub name Name | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Foresters Arms | 45 High Street Hampton Wick KT1 4DG | Traditional pub built around 1861 with a reputation for good food that include Sunday roast lunches. The pub was refurbished in 2020 and is part carpeted with a wooden floor in the centre bar area, a small cosy side library room with side access and fire-place. The separate restaurant room can be curtained off as needed on special occasions. The corner TV in the bar area shows old films (Film4) with no sound but with subtitles on. Outside seating is on the front corner pavement (with its own tree) and to the side. The pub provides accommodation with four en suite boutique rooms (see pub’s website for details). Quiz night every other Monday. Dog friendly but not in restaurant or upstairs and children not allowed in the pub after 6 pm. |
| Swan | 22 High Street Hampton Wick KT1 4DB | There has been a pub on this site since the fourteenth century. The present building was designed in 1905 and retains the open fire. This large spacious pub is now under a new Tenant from May 2022 and the pub’s refurbishment is still ongoing. |
| White Hart Hotel | 1 High Street Hampton Wick KT1 4DA | A Tudor’ style Hotel/pub on the Hampton Wick roundabout that started life as a large pub that was subsequently converted to a Hotel by Fullers. It has retained a small front bar with dining area open to all. A secluded outside seating is also provided at the front. The Hotel has 37 room. Food available in the bar dinning area. |
| 7000 Jars of Beer | 1 Crown Passage/ Unit H Crown Arcade Kingston KT1 1JB | Bottle shop/cafe bar with 4 usually unfiltered and often container-conditioned beers dispensed from key kegs, including growler filling facilities. Has a few tables and chairs so that sampling can take place. Draught beer sold in 2/3 pint sampling measures. Around 200 different bottled and canned beers also stocked. Although only olives, biscuits, etc. are sold in the way of food, customers may bring in their own snacks to eat with a beer. Monthly beer and wine tasting evenings held. |
| Albion | 45 Fairfield Road Kingston KT1 2PY | Taken over in September 2016 by Big Smoke Brewery and following their usual successful formula. Cosy wood panelled interior with varnished wood floors. 10 Ales available – including usually three from Big Smoke, others will include local and national micros. 19 keg beers also offered. Home cooked food available. L-shaped interior with a small seating area to the front and a larger area to the side which leads to the patio garden with heaters. The gin distillery room at the back of the garden can be hired for meetings or private dining. Pub overlooks Fairfield Green. Quiz night Sunday. Board games available. Occasional beer festivals. Local CAMRA joint Pub of the Year 2019. Accredited for beer quality during 2022. |
| Bishop | 2, Bishops Hall, Thames Street Kingston KT1 1PY | Prominent riverside pub, with light and airy style. Varied clientele, popular with shoppers and business people alike. Can get busy especially evenings and weekends. The upstairs bar affords excellent views over the River Thames but is not open at all times. Changing beers often from local breweries. Good range of food served. Large outside seating area is pet friendly. Accredited for beer quality during 2022. |
| Cocoanut | 16, Mill Street Kingston KT1 2RF | Originally the Joiners Arms but renamed in the 1850s after the local cocoa fibre industry along the banks of the nearby Hogsmill River. Once a student hangout, the pub reopened in 2009 and is now frequented by locals of all ages and backgrounds. Thai food is a speciality (no food Sunday). There is still a university connection with paintings by art students exhibited on the walls. The decor is dark pub traditional with wood panelled walls, leaded-light windows, and two connected bars in a U shape around the central serving area; the left hand bar is set up in traditional style with tables and chairs and mainly used for dining, but the righthand one has leather sofas for lounging. Behind the pub there is a pleasant garden. |
| Cornerstone | The Rotunda Centre, Clarence Street Kingston KT1 1QJ | Modern. light and airy pub/bar in an entertainment complex which also houses a cinema and a bowling alley. Has a sports theme, with American shuffleboards, pool table and ‘smart darts’ as well as sports on TV. |
| Druids Head | 3 Market Place Kingston KT1 1JT | Kingston’s oldest pub, originally a 17th-century coaching house. The old ‘snug’ bar has sadly recently been knocked through to become part of the split level main bar, but the fireplace has been retained. Note the mews and interesting glasswork. Guest beers change on a regular basis, with some from Greene King and others from other breweries including local ones. Food is available all days until 10pm and includes traditional Sunday roasts. Upstairs rooms are available to hire for functions. Live sports shown. The pub was once visited by the author Jerome K Jerome, who left an inscription on an upstairs window. The internal staircase and high ‘rose’ ceiling are both 17th-century and are Grade II* listed – these are not in the public area but can be viewed on request. Attractive enclosed patio garden area to rear. |
| Duke of Buckingham | 104, Villiers Road Kingston KT1 3BB | Large corner pub with Hodgsons’ plaque above door. Retains two separate rooms, with a public bar on the left, and a saloon on the right, which used to be subdivided. Note the unusual curved doors on the way in (originally the pub had a revolving door entrance). The pub has a regionally important historic interior. The most notable feature being the octagonal, leaded skylight over the servery. Other original features include cornice, panelled dado, bar counter and some of the bar-back, fireplace. There is a rear garden as well as tables at the front. 15 letting rooms available. |
| Kings Tun | 153-157 Clarence Street Kingston KT1 1QT | Wetherspoon’s pub, which opened in July 1997 in former Kingston Empire music hall, built in 1910. Later a cinema, supermarket and Reject Shop. Two large bars on separate floors. Attracts a wide variety of customers during the day with a more younger crowd in the evenings, particularly at weekends when it can get busy with discos on Friday and Saturday nights from 9pm. Guest beers changing every few days include those from local micros. Occasional beer festivals.Wide ranging menu. Upstairs bar can be hired for functions. Alcohol served from 9am. Accredited for beer quality during 2021. |
| Kingsmeadow Stadium | The Cherry Red Records Stadium, Jack Goodchild Way, 422A Kingston Road Kingston KT1 3PB | Non-members are allowed in the bar. |
| Park Brewery Tap Room | Unit 7 Hampden Road Kingston KT1 3LG | Upstairs tap room at the Park Brewery, named after its original location next to Richmond Park. The brewery’s beers are named after the historic and landscape features of the Park. The brewery moved to this new industrial site in 2018, installing a 15 barrel kit to produce a range of cask and keg ales. Standard white painted walls, but pictures and lighting create a homely feel. Several keg and canned offerings from Park are generally available, alongside an occasional cask ale. Regular events include beer festivals. Email to reserve a table. Order pizzas from neighbouring Patio Pizza or bring in other takeaways. Toilets are downstairs, through the brewery. Outside is pavement seating in the summer. |
| Ram | 34, High Street Kingston KT1 1HL | Oldest surviving licensed premises in Kingston, which was once owned by Fricker’s Eagle Brewery, which used to be next door. The current building dates from 1862, when it was a coaching house. The large single bar was refurbished in 2015 with dark wood a feature. Pictures of rams adorn the walls. The large outside patio area backs onto the River Thames and is family and dog friendly. Wide ranging menu, including specials and vegetarian options, is available all day. The changing beers are mainly from other breweries, including local ones. 14 craft keg beers also sold. Quiz night Wednesday and live music on Friday’s. |
| Spring Grove | 13, Bloomfield Road Kingston KT1 2SF | Decorated in ‘shabby chic’ style with a multitude of differing tables and chairs. The open plan bar leads past an area with an open kitchen through to the large garden, which includes a covered decked area Emphasis is on food, but a pub atmosphere is maintained. Open fires and some sporting events on TV. Main menu from midday every day, Sunday roasts served. |
| Wheelwrights Arms | 60, Clarence Street Kingston KT1 1NP | Wedge shaped, one bar pub in shopping area. Comfortable seating with some high tables and chairs. Traditional English food served with vegetarian options. Live sports shown. Heated and covered smoking area out the back with a few tables also. |
Museums & Galleries
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 Kingston upon Thames, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston History Centre | The Guildhall, High Street, Kingston upon Thames | 4.7 | 3 |
| Kingston Museum | Wheatfield Way, Kingston upon Thames | 4.4 | 158 |
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What areas are nearby?
You are not 100% sure that you want to move in Kingston upon Thames? Check out our other guides about some nearby areas. You might find your next neighbourhood. The following tables shows the nearby areas within a 3.5km radius.
What type of amenities may you need in Kingston upon Thames?
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Post offices of Kingston upon Thames
Nearby post offices simplify sending and getting packages. Kingston upon Thames branches also offer services like money orders and insurance along with mail services. Here they are along with their proximity to the area.
| Post Office Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Road Post Office | 109 Richmond Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.8 | 58 |
| Kingston Upon Thames Post Office | Unit L7, Bentalls Shopping Centre, Dolphin Street, Kingston upon Thames | 3.7 | 155 |
| Post Box | 1 Fairfield South, Kingston upon Thames | 0 | 0 |
| Hawks Road Post Office | 46 Hawks Road, Kingston upon Thames | 3.4 | 24 |
| Hampton Wick Local Post Office & Convenience Store | 56 High Street, Hampton Wick, Kingston upon Thames | 3.9 | 19 |
Health amenities that are in Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames has 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Assessment Services | 50 Canbury Park Road, Kingston upon Thames | 5 | 2 |
| Canbury Medical Centre | 1 Elm Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.4 | 110 |
| High View Chinese Medical Clinic | 31 Old London Road, London, Kingston upon Thames | N/A | N/A |
| The London Orthotic Consultancy | 1 Elm Crescent, Kingston upon Thames | 4.8 | 59 |
| Kingston Health Centre | 10 Skerne Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.7 | 383 |
| Boots Hearingcare Kingston | Boots, 42 Union Street, Kingston upon Thames | N/A | N/A |
| Heartsure | 1 Brunswick Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.9 | 10 |
What schools are nearby in Kingston upon Thames?
Having a nearby school is ideal when relocating. Below is a list of schools located within Kingston upon Thames
| School Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Grammar School | 70 London Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.3 | 28 |
| Nuffield Health Kingston Fitness & Wellbeing Gym | Richmond Road, Kingston upon Thames | 3.6 | 275 |
| St Joseph’s Catholic Primary & Nursery School | Fairfield Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.6 | 18 |
| Tiffin School | Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4 | 43 |
| Learn English At Home (LEAH) | Second Floor, Siddeley House, 50 Canbury Park Road, Kingston upon Thames | 5 | 1 |
| Mecklenburg PRU | Richmond Road Medical Centre, 95 Richmond Road, Kingston upon Thames | N/A | N/A |
| WEIS Global | 8A Castle Street, Kingston upon Thames | 1 | 1 |
| Bright Horizons Elm Grove Day Nursery and Preschool | 12 Elm Grove, Kingston upon Thames | 3.4 | 10 |
| The Pre-school Centre Ltd | 7 Station Road, Hampton Wick, Kingston upon Thames | N/A | N/A |
| Matt Helm Duplicate Page | 13 Vicarage Road, Hampton Wick, Kingston upon Thames | N/A | N/A |
| St Luke’s C Of E Primary School | Acre Road, Kingston upon Thames | 3.7 | 3 |
| King Athelstan Primary School | Villiers Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.7 | 11 |
| Bright Horizons Kingston Day Nursery and Preschool | 95 Richmond Road, London | 4.3 | 7 |
| Katey’s Nursery & Pre-School, Kingston – Irresistible Learning | 2 Acre Road, Kingston upon Thames | 5 | 17 |
| Bedelsford School | Grange Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.5 | 4 |
| The FeatherNest Nursery | 31 Villiers Road, Kingston upon Thames | 5 | 3 |
| Acteach | 161A Clarence Street, Kingston upon Thames | N/A | N/A |
| Educare Small School (Kindergarten preschool & school) | 12 Cowleaze Road, Kingston upon Thames | 4.8 | 12 |
| CAMPION DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY | 12 John Austin Close, Kingston upon Thames | N/A | N/A |
| Kumon Maths & English | Surrey, Kingston Quaker Centre, Fairfield East, Kingston upon Thames | N/A | N/A |
In Kingston upon Thames, what tube and train stations are nearby?
Train and tube stations in Kingston upon Thames can provide you with direct links to nearby cities and hence, they are a desirable feature for people when deciding on a place to live. Those who move into a city with direct transport links are able to travel further for work and will maybe spend less time commuting. Find a table below about where these transport links are:
| Train or tube station name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston | Wood Street, Kingston upon Thames | 3.9 | 149 |
| Hampton Wick | United Kingdom | 3.8 | 20 |
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Last Updated on March 26, 2026