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Woolwich (/ ˈwʊlɪtʃ, - ɪdʒ /) is a town in southeast London, England, within the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The district's location on the River Thames led to its status as an important naval, military and industrial area; a role that was maintained throughout the 16th to 20th centuries.
Woolwich is located in the county of Greater London, London, seven miles east of the city of City of London, 18 miles west of the major town of Basildon, and nine miles east of London. Woolwich lies six miles north-west of the Kent border, and was historically in the county of Kent.
Sep 29, 2024 · Woolwich, historic town in the borough of Greenwich, London. It lies on the south bank of the River Thames. Formerly a metropolitan borough of London, it was made part of the enlarged borough of Greenwich in 1965.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Discover Woolwich. Situated on the river Thames, Woolwich mixes a rich history with contemporary culture, offering lots of great places to explore and enjoy. Whether you’re visiting the industrial, maritime and military historic buildings, immersing yourself in one of London’s newest creative districts, rambling over commons, woodland or ...
Woolwich is well-connected to the rest of the borough by both buses and trains. It also has it's own pier in the Royal Arsenal, connecting you to the rest of the Borough on the river, as well as Docklands and central London.
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Woolwich is an amazing mix of cultures with lots of history and great places to see and visit. There are some distinctive and delicious places to eat and drink and some beautiful walks and rambles to be had over commons and through woodland, as well as beside the river Thames.
