Location: Twickenham
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What to do and see in Twickenham, England: The Best Shopping
Twickenham is a suburban area and town in Greater London, lying on the River Thames 10.2 miles west-southwest of the centre of London. It has an extensive town centre and is famous as being the home of rugby union, with hundreds of thousands of spectators visiting Twickenham Stadium, the world's largest rugby stadium, each year. The historic riverside area is famous for its network of 18th-century buildings and pleasure grounds, many of which survive intact. This area has three grand period mansions with public access: York House, Marble Hill and Strawberry Hill House. Another has been lost, that belonging to 18th-century aphoristic poet Alexander Pope. Among these is the Neo-Gothic prototype home of Horace Walpole which has given its name to a whole district, Strawberry Hill, and is linked with the oldest Roman Catholic university in the country, St Mary's University, Twickenham.
Restaurants in Twickenham
1. Faam Gallery
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Faam Gallery is proud to have organised over 231 solo and group exhibitions all around the world. Gallery's recent activities includes; promotion of artists through a series of festivals and events with the aim of discovering talented and creative artists in all media.
2. Eel Pie Records
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
A medium sized vinyl record shop stocking a: - Wide selection of brand new LPs and CDs - Lovingly curated and ever changing selection of 2nd hand vinyl - Vouchers, gifts, t-shirts - Small selection of high quality turntables and HiFi equipment - Record players - Damn fine coffee
3. Orleans House Gallery
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4.5 based on 58 reviews
Stroll along a peaceful riverside road into secluded woodland gardens, to find a stunning 18th century interior design - and the principal art gallery for the borough of Richmond upon Thames. Orleans House has a rich and vibrant history, from the baroque Octagon room, which was designed by renowned architect James Gibbs, to a main gallery which hosts five temporary exhibitions each year - ranging from the historical to the contemporary.
Reviewed By futtock21 - London, United Kingdom
If anything it’s even better after lockdown. The last time I visited the gallery at least eighteen months ago it felt a little unloved. It has since been beautifully refurbished adding a ground floor entrance lobby and a research room on the second floor with displays of objects associated with the 19th century explorer Sir Richard Burton. There’s nothing like a lick of white paint and the cleaning of the parquet flooring to liven up the ground floor gallery and first floor balcony where there is currently an exhibition of contemporary paintings and sculpture inspired by works in the Borough’s collection. The one-way system allows visitors to pass through the splendid Octagon Room a:deservedly popular venue for wedding receptions as well as visit the adjoining Stables Gallery (and cafe with outdoor seating) currently exhibiting works curated by Richmond Borough Mind around the subject of mental health.
4. Sweet Memories
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4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By 429jocelynw
All time favourite, if you're in twickenham it's a must. With a beautiful homely and traditional feel, it's a hidden gem. Has a wonderful range of nostalgic sweets and warm service. Would recommend for a solo sweet tooth, Friday treat for the kids or fun place to visit with friends!
5. ArtActive
Working artist studio in Eel Pie Boatyard on Eel Pie Island in the Thames. Art lessons available for adults - one to one or groups
