Wikipedia gives us the quick following overview of the area: “ Orpington is an area in south east London, England, within the London Borough of Bromley. It is 13.4 miles south east of Charing Cross. “
What to do in the area of Orpington
Orpington is vibrant with life, activities and to find out what to do in your area we recommend you to have a look at websites like Timeout. Timeout updates on a weekly basis things to do in Orpington. To simplify you the task of finding the page here is the link to see the upcoming events in Orpington.
Also having a clear view of what is available in Orpington and where is a great way to project yourself within this new area. This is why we created the following map where we gathered all the information you will find in this article.
Things we love about Orpington
Orpington has a distinct culture and atmosphere. At Cozee we looked at features that define the area’s vibe like food, nightlife, green space, and more. Whether you love to eat or you love to take part in the night life of a city, Orpington has something for your tastes. Explore spots below to get a feel for life here.
Gyms in Orpington
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, Orpington could be instrumental in helping you stay in shape – a valuable amenity in close proximity.
| Gym Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Sports Centre | 32 Endell Street, London | 4.3 | 788 |
| Virgin Active | Shell-Mex House, 80 Strand, London | 4.3 | 299 |
| Gymbox Holborn | 100 High Holborn, London | 4.3 | 340 |
| Nuffield Health Covent Garden Fitness and Wellbeing Gym | 9 Endell Street, London | 4.3 | 130 |
| Fitness First | 6 Bedford Street, London | 4.3 | 345 |
| Yogarise Covent Garden – Yoga classes in Covent Garden, London | 13 Mercer Street, London | 4.3 | 62 |
| Jubilee Hall Gym | 30 The Piazza, London | 4.3 | 111 |
| Covent Garden Physiotherapy | Ground Floor, Durham House, 1 Durham House Street, London | 4.3 | 46 |
| PureGym London Waterloo | 11-15 Brad Street, London | 4.3 | 234 |
| Body Control Pilates | 35 Little Russell Street, London | 4.3 | 36 |
| The Health Club at One Aldwych | One Aldwych Hotel, 1 Aldwych, Covent Garden, London | 4.3 | 16 |
| CryoAction Limited | 71-75 Shelton Street, London | 4.3 | 1 |
| The Gym Group London Charing Cross | 17-21 Northumberland Avenue, London | 4.3 | 227 |
| Fujian White Crane Kung Fu & Tai Chi – Covent Garden & West End | Green Dragon House, 23 Stukeley Street, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Digme Fitness Covent Garden | 4-10 Tower Street, London | 4.3 | 150 |
| Boom Cycle – Holborn | 16 Procter Street, London | 4.3 | 91 |
| The Gym Group London Holborn Circus | 1 Thavies Inn, Holborn Circus, London | 4.3 | 263 |
| Central Health Physiotherapy | Quality House, 5-9 Quality Court, London | 4.3 | 299 |
| Tranquility Pilates Studio Ltd | 16-18, New Bridge Street, London | 4.3 | 5 |
| ESPA Life at Corinthia | Whitehall Place, London | 4.3 | 246 |
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 Orpington, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crofton Roman Villa | Crofton Roman Villa, Crofton Road, Orpington | 4.1 | 33 |
Restaurants
Orpington has a range of different eateries. This is important for someone who is moving to an area who wants to be able to eat out and not cook every day. The below table gives you an overview of what options you have.
| Restaurant Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naz Balti | 113 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 27 |
| Sun Moon Lake | 130 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 59 |
| RUMANA EXPRESS INDIAN TAKEAWAY | RumanaExpress 182A High Street, 1st floor, Orpington | 4.3 | 4 |
| JOY KITCHEN Southeast Asian Cuisine | 318 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 238 |
| Masala Dabbas | 294 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 371 |
| Pato Lounge | 202-206 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 1030 |
| Premier Inn London Orpington hotel | 83, The Walnuts Centre, Orpington | 4.3 | 379 |
| Creams Cafe Orpington | Unit 75 & 77, THE WALNUTS SHOPPING CENTRE, High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 310 |
| BR6 Restaurant and Bakehouse | The Walnuts, Campus, College, Bromley, Orpington | 4.3 | 65 |
| Nando’s Orpington – Walnuts Centre | Unit R3, THE WALNUTS SHOPPING CENTRE, High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 523 |
| Crystal Lake, Chinese Restaurant &Takeaway ,Orpington | 107-109 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 64 |
| Chandni Indian Takeaway | 89 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 75 |
| KFC Orpington – High Street | 172 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 500 |
| Parkside Restaurant | 5 Chislehurst Road, Orpington | 4.3 | 201 |
| Xian | 324 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 339 |
| Fiesta Mexicana Restaurant | 99-101 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 797 |
| Domino’s Pizza – London – Orpington | 296 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 132 |
| Pizza 2 Night | 57 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 137 |
| McDonald’s | 291/293 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 1279 |
| Lotus House | 128 High Street, Orpington | 4.3 | 61 |
Where can you buy groceries in the area
Perhaps one of the most common amenities in Orpington would be supermarkets. Below, you will be able to tell what type of supermarket there are in Orpington and what company operates here.
| Supermarket/Grocery store name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lloyd’s Groceries | 104 Craven Park, London | 4.6 | 52 |
| Shayona Sweets & Savouries | 10 Pramukh Swami Road, Neasden, London | 4.4 | 242 |
| CostCutter | 46-48 Harrow Road, Wembley | 4.4 | 338 |
| Tesco Express | 4 Hillside, London | 3.4 | 74 |
| Kotoko Mini Market | 126 Craven Park, London | 3 | 9 |
| Ngee’s Supermarket & Off Licence | 70 Lilburne Walk, London | 4.1 | 7 |
| International Food Centre | Harrow Road, Wembley | 4.6 | 50 |
| Kiran Supermarket | 34 Harrow Road, Wembley | 3.7 | 106 |
| Sima Food & Wine | 151-153 Fortunegate Road, London | 4.4 | 35 |
| Seven Star | 203 Church Road, London | 4 | 5 |
| Sunshine Supermarket | 50 Harrow Road, Wembley | 4.2 | 6 |
| Master’s Supermarket | 1, Library Parade, Craven Park Road, London | 4.1 | 7 |
Parks and green spaces in Orpington
Big green spaces cover the UK and London. However, it may be hard to work out just how much green space there is by just looking at a map. Here is a table below that shows you the green space of Orpington in more detail.
| 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 region
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 Orpington. As a matter of fact, we didn’t… But we would have loved to. Here is then the list of the greatest pubs of Orpington
| Pub name Name | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Bo-Peep | Hewitts Road Chelsfield BR6 7QL | There has been a building on this site since the 14th century when a farmhouse was constructed, and the pub website has much information about its history. Today it is a cosy pub restaurant with several different rooms with low ceilings and an Inglenook fireplace. It is very convenient for Junction 4 of the M25, and parking is available. The menu varies to include seasonal specialities. |
| Chelsfield | 1 Windsor Drive Chelsfield BR6 6EY | Large pub conveniently situated for both Chelsfield main line rail station and the local R1 bus route. Having survived threatened demolition in the late 2010s, the pub has now been extensively (and expensively) renovated during the Covid lockdown, and is now back to its best. Cask ale remains well-represented with the two regular beers being augmented by a guest, usually from a small local brewery, and plans for a fourth handpump to be put into operation. |
| Chelsfield Lakes Golf Centre | Court Road Chelsfield BR6 9BX | This modern Golf Centre bar is open to everyone – there is no necessity to play a round of golf. For details of the golf facilities please use the website linked on this page. |
| Five Bells | Church Road Chelsfield BR6 7RE | Situated in an unspoilt 17th century village, this welcoming pub was the local CAMRA 2010 pub of the year. Small local breweries often feature amongst the guest beers, which in summer sometimes includes a cask on gravity in the public bar. Beer festivals are held at Easter and in October |
| George & Dragon | 26 High Street Downe BR6 7UT | Recently refurbished but remaining a traditional country pub in the lovely village of Downe, with pleasant relaxing atmosphere. The village is famous for being the home of Charles Darwin, creator of the theory of evolution by natural selection. His residence – Down House – is now a museum. The village can be reached from Bromley using the 146 bus which terminates near the pub. Generous menu with a good selection of home made pies advertised daily. Sunday roasts. No food Monday or Tuesday evening. Check opening hours with pub. |
| Queen’s Head | 25 High Street Downe BR6 7US | Attractive and traditional pub with open fireplaces, dating from 1565, and named following a visit to Downe by Queen Elizabeth 1. The pub is situated in the centre of the historic country village but is less than 20 minutes by bus from Bromley or Orpington. Charles Darwin lived at nearby Down House (English Heritage) and was likely a patron. |
| Change of Horses | 87 High Street Farnborough BR6 7BB | Formerly a coaching inn where the horses were changed on the London to Hastings coach route, the pub is situated in the attractive village of Farnborough, but is also very convenient for the main A21. The interior is spacious, and includes an attached function room/restaurant, whilst the garden is one of the most pleasant in the borough. The pub closed for refurbishment in 2019, and reopened under new management in December of that year. |
| Woodman | 50 High Street Farnborough BR6 7BA | A welcoming and cosy village pub, whose landlord is a real ale enthusiast. Rebuilt around 1900 and extended in the 1930s, there is a split level bar with various cosy areas. The spacious enclosed garden has a patio area leading up to the lawn. Summer barbecues are an occasional added attraction. |
| Queen’s Head | 73 High Street Green Street Green BR6 6BQ | A smart, spacious and comfortable pub restaurant owned by Ember Inns. Customers are welcome to just enjoy a pint or two without eating, and there is an interesting and varied real ale selection, including seasonal beers. There are plenty of tables and a garden. As well as the CAMRA discount, prices of real ale are substantially reduced on Mondays for all customers. In addition to the buses listed, the high frequency 358 route from Beckenham and Bromley passes within 15 minutes walk of the pub. |
| Rose & Crown | Farnborough Way Green Street Green BR6 6BT | A large restaurant pub which reopened in late March 2016 following a major refurbishment, and is now operated by the Whiting & Hammond Chain. The pub is located on the main A21 within easy reach of Junction 4 on the M25, and is convenient for visitors to High Elms Country Park. The pub is now generally brighter and seems more spacious. The venue has a changing food range, with menus printed daily. Despite the food emphasis, casual drinkers are welcomed. The pub remains child-friendly with various play equipment in the extensive garden. |
| Royal Oak | High Street Green Street Green BR6 6BJ | This pub is a familiar and distinctive landmark on the main A21 to Hastings, having being built in the style of a Kentish oasthouse. It is now a Vintage Inns restaurant pub. Spacious and comfortable. |
| Black Horse | 318 Crofton Road Locksbottom BR6 8NW | This large and imposing Ember Inn owned white painted pub sits at the end of the shops of Locksbottom. It has a modern interior and many tables and chairs. Even though this pub is food-orientated casual drinkers are welcome. There is a quiz night on Sundays. Like most Ember Inns, a “cask ale club” operates on Mondays, with all real ale priced at £2.99 (as at Dec. 2019). The 20p/pint discount for CAMRA members operates on all other days. |
| British Queen | 427 Crofton Road Locksbottom BR6 8NL | Reopened after refurbishment on September 1 2014. Although a gastropub of the Raymond Blanc chain branded as “White Brasserie’ it has a “normal’ pub feel as the restaurant is a completely separate new structure away from the bar. Bromley CAMRA will update further following a new survey. |
| Whyte Lyon (Ye Olde) | Farnborough Common Locksbottom BR6 8NE | This oak-beamed 17th century pub on the main A21 was built when Locksbottom was a village, rather than a part of Orpington. It contains several different eating areas, but customers are more than welcome just to come in and enjoy a pint. The pub also boasts a log fire and a walled garden. Children under 14 not allowed. |
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How many hospitals, pharmacies and doctors are there in Orpington?
Orpington has 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skinoza clinic – Orpington | 1 Chislehurst Road, Orpington | 4.6 | 56 |
| Knoll Medical Practice | Knoll Medical Practice first floor, health and wellbeing centre, 19 Homefield Rise, Orpington | 3.1 | 126 |
| Life Line Screening | The Crofton Halls, Crofton Road, Orpington | N/A | N/A |
| Highland Medical Practice – Orpington Surgery | 59 Sevenoaks Road, Orpington | 3 | 35 |
Tube & Train stations nearby Orpington
We assembled the train and tube stations of Orpington in a convenient table below so you can find the best location for you to live if transport connections are important to you.
| Train or tube station name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orpington | Station Approach, Orpington | 3.9 | 75 |
Post offices of Orpington
Nearby post offices make sending and getting packages a breeze. Post office branches in Orpington provide services like money orders and postal insurance alongside mail services. You can take a look for yourself to see where they are located below.
| Post Office Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail Orpington Delivery Office | Vinson Close, Orpington | 4 | 83 |
| Orpington Post Office | 189, 193 High Street, Orpington | 1.9 | 58 |
| Post box | 279 High Street Orpington, Greater, London | 0 | 0 |
Schools around Orpington
Having a nearby school is a plus when moving. Below are schools located by Orpington. This table is especially important to pay attention to if you are trying to find a place for your child to learn in the next few years.
| School Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tower Pre-School | Station Road, Orpington | N/A | N/A |
| Joyful Living | Employee Wellbeing Programs | 16 Cowden Road, Orpington | 4.9 | 76 |
| Kindred Orpington Day Nursery and Pre-School | 33 Knoll Rise, Orpington | 4.5 | 6 |
| Kumon Maths & English | Village Hall, 311 High Street, Orpington | 5 | 2 |
| Magical Munchkins | 311 High Street, Orpington | N/A | N/A |
| Buttercup Preschool | 9JJ, 6 Sevenoaks Road, Orpington | N/A | N/A |
| St John’s URC Pre-School | St John’s Church Hall, Lynwood Grove, Orpington | N/A | N/A |
| Orpington Montessori preschool | Methodist Church, Orpington Montessori preschool, Sevenoaks Road, Orpington | 3 | 2 |
| kentchoirsrock | 13 Hillcrest Road, Orpington | N/A | N/A |
| Philip Training Centre – Orpington Campus | College, Orpington | N/A | N/A |
| Natural Learners Ltd. | 32 Spur Road, Orpington | N/A | N/A |
| Monkey Puzzle Orpington Day Nursery & Preschool | Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery, Rowan House, 64 Sevenoaks Road, Orpington | 4 | 4 |
| Orpington Day Nursery | 15 Moorfield Road, Orpington | 4.3 | 10 |
| sunny kids | All Saints Church, Bark Hart Road, Orpington | N/A | N/A |
| Guitar Teacher | Orpington | N/A | N/A |
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Last Updated on March 26, 2026