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Franciscan Sisters
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Franciscan Sisters

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51.492°N, 0.146°W
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The creak of floorboards in a Victorian guesthouse, morning tea delivered to your room, and somewhere beyond the sash windows the hum of London waking up.

This isn't your typical campsite — Franciscan Sisters offers both traditional guest house accommodation and camping pods for those who want a quirky urban basecamp without surrendering all creature comforts. It suits couples looking for a different kind of city break, solo travellers who want a roof but not a hotel, or anyone treating London as an adventure rather than just a destination. Dogs are welcome by arrangement, so worth asking ahead if you're bringing a four-legged friend along for the galleries and parks.

Onsite facilities aren't extensively listed, so expect simplicity and a personal touch rather than a full campsite setup. Campfires are worth checking about on arrival. Open all year, it's got that rare mixture of homely and a little bit odd — the kind of place that makes a weekend in the capital feel less frantic. Anglers might be interested to know Mount Pond and Eagle Pond are both within striking distance for a quiet morning's fishing before the city properly kicks in.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
13°C
Overcast
8 mph
77%
7-Day Outlook
Today
19° / 13°
0%
Thu
21° / 14°
48%
Fri
22° / 16°
53%
Sat
22° / 15°
18%
Sun
24° / 17°
41%
Mon
23° / 16°
4%
Tue
21° / 16°
30%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

92 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Jubilee Greenway (section 9)

Follows the Thames Path through central London, completely flat and paved throughout. Perfect for families with buggies and pushchairs, passing iconic landmarks like the London Eye, Houses of Parliament, and Tate Britain. Dogs welcome on leads. Excellent for combining sightseeing with a leisurely riverside stroll, with plenty of cafés and facilities along the way. Gets busy during peak tourist times but offers outstanding views across the river.

Walking routeRegional network
1.44 km from campsite
Operator: Lambeth Council;Westminster Council;Royal Parks
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Jubilee Walkway (Jubilee Loop)

Loops central London's iconic landmarks including the South Bank, Westminster Bridge, and Trafalgar Square on paved paths and pavements. Entirely flat and buggy-friendly, perfect for families wanting to see Big Ben, the London Eye, and riverside views without green spaces. Dogs welcome on leads throughout. Combines sightseeing with gentle walking—ideal for visitors staying nearby who want London's highlights in one manageable circuit without needing transport.

Walking routeRegional network
1.64 km from campsite
Operator: TfL;London Borough of Westminster
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Jubilee Greenway (section 1)

Traces a mostly flat, paved loop through central London parks and royal landmarks, perfect for buggies and young families. Dogs welcome on leads throughout. Expect gentle paths linking Hyde Park, Green Park, and St James's Park with iconic views of Buckingham Palace and Westminster. Section 1 of London's 60km Jubilee Walking Route offers easy urban greenspace walking with plenty of cafés and facilities, ideal for breaking up sightseeing with leg-stretching strolls through historic parkland.

Walking routeRegional network
2.51 km from campsite
Operator: TfL;Royal Parks;Kensington Council
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Jubilee Walkway (Western Loop)

Walking routeRegional network
2.67 km from campsite
Operator: City of Westminster;The Royal Parks;City Of London
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Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Walk

Walking routeLocal network
1.8 km from campsite
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This site is properly off-grid — no shops, pubs, cafes or services within 5 km on our records. Pack a flask, a stove and your favourite supper. That's half the magic.

Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate

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