Kenwood
A neoclassical mansion on the northern edge of Hampstead Heath, free to enter, holding an Old Master collection with a Rembrandt self-portrait and a Vermeer, plus a glowing Adam-designed library.
- Museum
- Price: Free
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Did you know
During the 1780 Gordon Riots the house was reportedly saved when free ale from the Spaniards Inn stalled the mob until cavalry arrived.
Local tip
Entry is free, but English Heritage recommends pre-booking a free ticket online (bookable until 8.45am on the day, then subject to availability). The house is open 10am-5pm.
Finding it
- Address
- Hampstead Lane, Hampstead, London NW3 7JR
- Nearest station
- Highgate (Tube), 1627 m away
Details change, so check with the place before you set off.
More places nearby
- The Spaniards InnA coaching inn on the edge of Hampstead Heath, dating to 1585.
- Hampstead Heath800 acres of ancient wild parkland with swimming ponds, woods, and meadows, feeling far larger than its distance from central London suggests.
- The FlaskA Grade II-listed pub on Highgate West Hill with a tavern recorded on the site since at least 1663, its name taken from the water flasks once sold there to collect spring water from Highgate and Hampstead Heath.
- Hampstead Mixed Pond (Hampstead Heath Swimming Ponds)A Hampstead Heath swimming pond with lifeguards, changing rooms and showers, open to men and women together. The Highgate Men's Pond and Kenwood Ladies' Pond nearby are single-sex.