Location: Beckenham
Top Things to do in Beckenham
The 10 Best Things to do in Beckenham, England
Beckenham is a post town and district of London in the London Borough of Bromley, England. It borders Beckenham Place Park and Bellingham in the London Borough of Lewisham (to the north) and is centred 8.4 miles (13.5 km) south east of Charing Cross. Until the coming of the railway in 1857, Beckenham was a small village, with most of its land being rural and private parkland. A family of entrepreneurs began the building of villas which led to a rapid increase in population, between 1850 and 1900, from 2,000 to 26,000. Housing and population growth has continued at a lesser pace since 1900.
Restaurants in Beckenham
1. Beckenham Comedy Cabaret
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
We are a monthly comedy variety night, featuring the best emerging comedic acts on the circuit. We showcase musical comedians, character comedians, stand ups, odd balls and clowns. Previous Headliners include Harry Hill. We occasionally put on Children's shows too.
2. The Runner's Shop
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
Before you compete on your next marathon, stop in at this specialty store just for runners.
Reviewed By X9429QQjackies - London, United Kingdom
It’s the second time I’ve been here to get my running shoes and the second time I’ve come away in the knowledge that I was looked after and given expert advice and the best shoes to suit me. Have been to other shops with their running machines, to check my gait etc and had the sales pitches of staff that weren’t actually runners, & had to take the shoes back as were too small and not comfortable. I totally recommend The Runners Shop. The man who served me(unfortunately, I didn’t ask his name) had experience, is a well seasoned marathon runner and checked my gait without the use of a machine. He was also wonderfully friendly, even after selling me the shoes �. I won’t waste my time with others again. I’LL BE BACK!!
3. Friends of Mine
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
4. Kelsey Park
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4.5 based on 370 reviews
Reviewed By JenniH16 - Beckenham, United Kingdom
This gorgeous park caters for all tastes and all age groups. It has a nice big enclosed children’s playground with all the traditional things like swings, slides and climbing apparatus but there’s much more. There are lakes with ducks, geese and swans to name a few birds, but there are also squirrels aplenty. Some of them will even come right up to you if you have some bread to offer. Taking a walk through Kelsey Park, particularly in bright sunny weather is pure joy, and it costs nothing unless you visit the cafe or ice cream van! Toilets are also available.
5. The Jolly Woodman
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4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By L513GYheatherg - Greater London, United Kingdom
Fantastic service from the server who went out of his way to bring us drinks and food. We had some very nice and very big plates of ploughmans from their sister pub The Chancery. With a seat outside in the sun in their garden area we had a lovely time.
6. St George's Parish Church
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By Disgruntled1108 - London, United Kingdom
Whilst waiting for a restaurant reservation I had the chance to sit in the church grounds and just think. Whilst there is a lot of traffic around, the grounds were peaceful and a nice spot to sit rather than rush through to either car park or high street.
7. Bethlem Museum of the Mind
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4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By 426ClareM
Very interesting displays which were very thought provoking. Very helpful staff. Gorgeous building. Thank goodness times have changed for women.
8. Langley Park Golf Club
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
Founded in 1910 Langley Park is a fine 18 hole parkland golf course established in 1910. We are a former British Open qualifying venue and provide a well maintained and challenging place to play golf. Our social events away from the golf course are popular and varied, and we offer a superb welcome to new members and visitors alike. Our facilities are available for hire to non-members for special celebrations. "big" birthdays and wedding receptions. Please call us to enquire.
9. Gambado
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4.0 based on 229 reviews
The UK's most exciting indoor play and party centre. We offer children the opportunity to play, run free and explore in a fun, safe and stimulating environment. Giant Play Frame, Huge Slides, Dodgems, Carousel, Ball Pits and Lots of Soft Play for the little ones. All rides included in standard admission. 3 hours free parking on site. Great party venue - party offers all year and private hire of the venue available.
Reviewed By Meg3L - London, United Kingdom
Gambado Beckenham is fantastic! There are 3 soft play areas for the different age groups and all 3 are well made, well looked after and just great entertainment for the little ones. The staff are lovely, facilities clean, plenty of space at the cafe and good food. Highly recommended for raining days, parties and getting little ones to burn some energy off!!
10. O'Neill's
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By bruced144 - Bromley, United Kingdom
Very organised pub for this Era of C19 , clean etc , Linda the manager and staff very professional, friendly ????
