
Kew Area Guide
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On the south side of the river Thames, in between Richmond and Barnes, is Kew, a peaceful, well cared-for and leafy suburb. It’s one of the most popular places to live in South West London due to its excellent transport links, village feel and close proximity to the Royal Botanic Gardens, one of London’s top visitor attractions.
Transport
By Train
Overground trains go to Waterloo with a change at Richmond - journey time between 27 and 38 minutes. There are direct trains from Kew Bridge on the Brentford side of the river, which take 32 minutes to Waterloo.
By Bus
Kew is well serviced by buses, going into and out of London. Routes include the 65 between Ealing Broadway and Kingston, the 391 between Fulham and Richmond, the 237 between Hounslow and Shepherds Bush, and the 267 between Hampton Hill and Hammersmith.
By Car
The M4 and A4 are nearby offering providing access into and out of Central London.
Local Amenities
- Brentford Fountain Leisure Centre
- Chiswick Riverside Club, Chiswick
- Kew Green Pools on the Park, Richmond
- Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
- Royal Mid Surrey Golf Course
- The Barn Church
- The Watermans, Brentford
- Twickenham Stadium
Schools
State Primary Schools | State Secondary Schools |
Independent Primary and Preparatory Schools | Independent Secondary Schools |
Restaurants & Bars
- Indian Summer
- Coach and Horses
- Olivers Wholefood Store
- Q Verde
- Rose & Crown
- The Cricketers
- The Glasshouse restaurant
- The Greyhound