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Kingswood House was re-built much as it is today by John Lawson Johnson in the late 1800s, and became known as Bovril Castle. Johnson, a butcher by trade, invented Bovril. The House became the nucleus of the Kingswood Estate in 1956. It is now a grade 2 listed mansion known as Kingswood House, but is affectionately called ‘The Castle’. It contains a library, function rooms, offices, and rooms for community events. The top of the ubiquitous Crystal Palace TV Transmitter can be seen behind.
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Kingswood House was re-built much as it is today by John Lawson Johnson in the late 1800s, and became known as Bovril Castle. Johnson, a butcher by trade, invented Bovril. The House became the nucleus of the Kingswood Estate in 1956. It is now a grade 2 listed mansion known as Kingswood House, but is affectionately called ‘The Castle’. It contains a library, function rooms, offices, and rooms for community events. The top of the ubiquitous Crystal Palace TV Transmitter can be seen behind.
Photo by Marathon (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Kingswood Estate and Kingswood House. Kingswood House was re-built much as it is today by John Lawson Johnson in the late 1800s, and became known as Bovril Castle. Johnson, a butcher by trade, invented Bovril. In 1919 Sir William Vestey was granted an 80 year lease on the House and when he was made a Lord in 1922 he took the title Baron Vestey of Kingswood. The House became the nucleus of the Kingswood Estate in 1956. It is now a grade 2 listed mansion known as Kingswood House, but is affectionately called ‘The Castle’. It contains a library, function rooms, offices, and rooms for community events.
Photo by Marathon (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Kingswood House was re-built much as it is today by John Lawson Johnson in the late 1800s, and became known as Bovril Castle. Johnson, a butcher by trade, invented Bovril. In 1919 Sir William Vestey was granted an 80 year lease on the House and when he was made a Lord in 1922 he took the title Baron Vestey of Kingswood. The House became the nucleus of the Kingswood Estate in 1956. It is now a grade 2 listed mansion known as Kingswood House, but is affectionately called ‘The Castle’. It contains a library, function rooms, offices, and rooms for community events. The ubiquitous Crystal Palace TV Transmitter can be seen behind.
Photo by Marathon (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Dulwich College, College Road, Dulwich. West side of the oldest buildings, viewed from Alleyn Park.
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Popular places to visit

Hyde Park which includes a garden, a city and a pond

Hyde Park

Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.

Hyde Park
Buckingham Palace featuring château or palace, heritage architecture and a city

Buckingham Palace

This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.

Buckingham Palace
O2 Arena which includes modern architecture

O2 Arena

Attend music and sports events, see a movie or go bowling in one of the busiest arenas in the world, situated inside this iconic dome by the River Thames.

O2 Arena
Tower Bridge showing night scenes, a bridge and a river or creek

Tower Bridge

A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.

Tower Bridge
Piccadilly Circus showing heritage architecture, a city and street scenes

Piccadilly Circus

This bustling, energetic area of London has been likened to Times Square in the US. It's also the perfect place to start your London sightseeing adventure.

Piccadilly Circus
Big Ben which includes heritage architecture, a monument and a city

Big Ben

Arguably one of London’s most famous monuments, this prominent landmark is a national icon, adored by generations of Britons.

Big Ben

Activities

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Our pick of the best College Hotel Deals

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is AU$271 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$271
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,969 reviews)
Generally good after a very slow queue for check-in (20 minutes). Friendly and attentive staff (although not quite enough of them?). Food great and cocktail bar fine. One of the main lobby lifts kept malfunctioning- nobody on had to fix it? - so there were some long waits there too (minimum 5 minutes ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is AU$234 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$234
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,477 reviews)
A lovely hotel, with fantastic views of either the Tower Bridge or the docks. However, staff at the contact centre and hotel were unhelpful and at times rude.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court

The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court

3 out of 5
1 Barkston Gardens London England
The price is AU$164 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$164
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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9/10 Wonderful! (125 reviews)
Great area

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The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road London England
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The price is AU$320 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
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Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,495 reviews)
Great location. Fantastic room. Staff was friendly and very helpful

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Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is AU$153 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$153
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,592 reviews)
Clean, affordable, cute but too small, only good for a quick weekend stay but not to stay long, they only clean the room every four days, no amenities, taking a shower was annoying, you can easily flood your bathroom/room. no tv but staff for friendly and always willing to help.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Royal Garden Hotel

Royal Garden Hotel

5 out of 5
2-24 Kensington High Street London England
The price is AU$328 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$328
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Other neighbourhoods around College

An iconic view of Big Ben & the Houses of Parliament over Westminster Bridge, London, UK

Westminster

While you're in Westminster, take in top sights like Big Ben and jump on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station to see more of the city.

Westminster
London showing boating, a river or creek and a city

Waterloo

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Royal Festival Hall, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.

Waterloo
Admiralty Arch which includes heritage architecture

City of Westminster

4.5/5(470 area reviews)

Big Ben and Piccadilly Circus are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

City of Westminster
Canary Wharf showing a city, a bridge and a river or creek

Canary Wharf

4/5(17 area reviews)

Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Museum of London Docklands and Thames River. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.

Canary Wharf
Chelsea featuring heritage architecture

Chelsea

4.5/5(25 area reviews)

Museums, theatres and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Chelsea. Sights like Royal Hospital Chelsea and Saatchi Gallery are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater London area at Sloane Square Underground Station.

Chelsea
Carnaby Street featuring a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

London City Centre

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Piccadilly Circus and Big Ben are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

London City Centre

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