Attractions in Purley & Things to Do in Purley
(and nearby)

Whitehall (6 Miles)*
Whitehall was built in around 1500 when Cheam was a rural community of around 300 people, centred around Park Lane and Park Road.
Morden Hall Park (7 Miles)*
This oasis in the heart of suburbia covers over 50 hectares (125 acres) of parkland with the River Wandle meandering through.
Squerryes Court (8 Miles)*
Experience the warm welcome of this beautiful 17th Century manor house, still lived in by the descendants of John Warde who purchased Squerryes from the Earl of Jersey in 1731.
Quebec House (8 Miles)*
Those who enjoy British military history will particularly appreciate a trip to Quebec House in Kent. It was the birthplace of General James Wolfe who went on to defeat the French at Quebec in 1759.
The Old Mill (8 Miles)*
Outwood Windmill, Britain's oldest working windmill, is Listed Grade 1 by English Heritage. It was built in 1665 by Thomas Budgen of Nutfield, and is what is known as a Post Mill.
Horniman Museum & Gardens (8 Miles)*
Welcome to the award-winning Horniman Museum and Gardens - where you can discover more about the World, its people, their cultures, and its environment.
Crofton Roman Villa (9 Miles)*
The Crofton Roman Villa house was inhabited from about AD140 to 400 and was the centre of a farming estate of about 500 acres.
Southside House (9 Miles)*
Described by connoisseurs as an unforgettable experience, Southside House provides an enchantingly eccentric backdrop to the lives and loves of generations of the Pennington Mellor Munthe families.
Chislehurst Caves (9 Miles)*
There are over 20 miles of mysterious caverns and passages which have hewn out of the chalk over a period of 8,000 years.
Chartwell (9 Miles)*
Visit the home of Sir Winston Churchill and gain an insight into the domestic life of Britain's famous wartime Prime Minister.
Chessington World of Adventures (9 Miles)*
With exciting rides and animals, and action packed shows, Chessington is a whole World of Adventures all in one place!
Bromley Museum (10 Miles)*
At Bromley Museum we will help you to uncover many interesting facts about Bromley's past as well as how people lived through the ages.
Emmetts Garden (10 Miles)*
This charming and informal garden at the highest point in Kent was laid out in the late 19th Century., with many exotic and rare trees and shrubs from across the world.
Kingston Museum (10 Miles)*
Kingston Museum was built in 1904 with contributions from Andrew Carnegie, the Scottish American benefactor. The Eadweard Muybridge gallery describes the life and work of this internationally renowned pioneer photographer.
Bocketts Farm Park (10 Miles)*
Set in the beautiful countryside, Bocketts Farm offers a great day out whatever the weather!
Eltham Palace (11 Miles)*
In 1933 Stephen Courtauld - millionaire, war veteran and patron of the arts - looked to the suburb of Eltham as the setting for a breathtaking new home. His vision was to link a modern, fashionable residence to the Great Hall of a medieval royal palace.
Museum of Fulham Palace (11 Miles)*
The Museum of Fulham Palace tells the story of Fulham Palace, which is a Grade 1 listed historic building. The estate was owned by the Bishops of London for over 1200 years
Hampton Court Palace (11 Miles)*
For over 500 years, Hampton Court Palace has stood serenely on the banks of the River Thames. Many important historical figures, including 12 monarchs, have fallen helplessly for her charms. Will you join them?
Carlyles House (11 Miles)*
This Queen Anne house was the home of Thomas Carlyle, the "Sage of Chelsea" for 47 years until his death in 1881.
National Army Museum (12 Miles)*
The National Army Museum has something for everyone. There's so much to see - famous paintings, lifelike models, glittering swords, colourful uniforms.
Tate Britain (12 Miles)*
Tate Britain is the national gallery of British art. It is located in London and is the world centre for the understanding and enjoyment of British art and works actively to promote interest in British art internationally.
Sandown Park Racecourse (12 Miles)*
Considered the best viewing racecourse and a natural amphitheatre, Sandown Park's exceptional facilities make it one of the top racecourses in the UK.
National Maritime Museum (12 Miles)*
Dive into the largest maritime museum in the world and you'll discover more than you could ever imagine. For the greatest day out in the whole galaxy, transport yourself to the Royal Observatory, Greenwich
British Wildlife Centre (12 Miles)*
In the heart of the East Surrey countryside is the British Wildlife Centre, one of the best places in the country to see and learn about our own wonderful wildlife.
Cutty Sark Clipper Ship (12 Miles)*
The Cutty Sark is currently closed to the Public, but will be opened again in 2012:
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



Above, you'll find a list of the Tourist Attractions in Purley and things to do in Purley (and nearby) listed on AboutBritain.com.

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As you can see, there's plenty of ideas for family days out in Purley and the surrounding area - so you need never be short of places to go and things to do in Purley again.


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