Wimbledon Village Area Guide
Why live here in Wimbledon
Wimbledon has a large selection of top-end private and state schools and as a result is a very popular area for families. It also benefits from a relaxed atmosphere with excellent amenities and great transport links into the city.
History of Wimbledon
Wimbledon came to prominence in the sixteenth century when Sir Thomas Cecil, first Earl of Exeter, settled here after being granted land by Elizabeth I. Known as the 'Maker of Wimbledon,' Cecil improved the road to London and built Wimbledon Manor House, where the monarchy later stayed as guests.
The Village developed from this time and prominent merchants, such as Robert Bell of the East India Company, established a trend by moving here and commuting on horseback to the City. Important families such as the Churchills and the Spencers quickly followed suit. Wimbledon became established as a fashionable location for the well-to-do and the influential.
Property type
The most sought-after properties are typically modernised Victorian or Edwardian family houses, close to transport links.
Places of Interest
All England Lawn & Tennis Club – Famous for the annual Wimbledon Tennis Tournament.
Cannizaro House –With a 175 year history of being home to Dukes and Duchesses this Wimbledon landmark is a perfect setting for a day out.
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Getting to Wimbledon
Rail
Wimbledon, Wimbledon Chase, Haydons Road & Raynes Park
Underground
Wimbledon (District line) Zone 3
Wimbledon Park (District line) Zone 3
Wimbledon South (Northern line) Zone 3
Southfields (District line) Zone 3 |
Wimbledon Local authority
London Borough of Merton
Civic Centre
London Road
Morden
SM4 5DX
020 8274 4901 (Open Monday to Friday 9.00-5.00pm)
JustAsk@merton.gov.uk
London Borough of Wandsworth
The Town Hall
Wandsworth High Street
London
SW18 2PU
Switchboard: 020 8871 6000
www.wandsworth.gov.uk |
Where to got out in Wimbledon
Restaurants
Chez Bruce
Wandsworth Common SW18
Tel: 020 8672 0114
Thai Tho
Wimbledon High Street SW19
Tel: 020 8947 2755
Cannizaro House
Wimbledon Common SW19
Tel: 020 8879 1464
Lydons
Wimbledon High Street SW19
Tel: 020 8944 1031
Cote Bistro
Wimbledon High Street SW19
Tel: 020 8947 7100
Bars and Pubs:
The Fire Stables
Church Road
Wimbledon Village SW19
Tel: 020 8946 3197
The Common Room
Wimbledon High Street SW19
Tel: 020 8944 1909
The Dog & Fox
Wimbledon High Street SW19
Tel: 020 8946 6565 |
 Schools in Wimbledon |
Ursuline Prepartory
18 The Downs
Wimbledon
London SW20
Tel: 020 8947 0859 |
The Study Preparatory School
Wilberforce House
Camp Rd
Wimbledon
London SW19
Tel: 020 8947 6969 |
King’s College School
South Side Wimbledon Common
London SW19
Tel: 020 8255 5300 |
Rokeby Prep School
George School
Kingston upon Thames
KT2
Tel: 020 8942 2247 |
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