Rotherhithe Area Guide
More than the south end of a tunnel, Rotherhithe is popular with families and young professionals as it is surprisingly peaceful for its proximity to Central London. With plenty of green spaces, Rotherhithe has kept its “village” feel thanks to the cobbled streets, olde worlde pubs and community spirit.
Where are we?
Rotherhithe hugs the southern banks of the Thames facing the equally historic Wapping and Limehouse over the water, between Bermondsey and the Isle of Dogs. The original parish was centred around Brunel Road and St. Marychurch Street
Why should I buy here?
Rotherhithe offers a rare historic riverside charm which is difficult to replicate. TfL are about to improve and increase the riverboat service from Rotherhithe Street right into the heart of Canary Wharf’s financial district.
What can I buy here?
Rotherhithe is known for its historic warehouse conversions which tend to be centred around the original village. Since the 1980s modern apartment buildings have sprung up along the riverside offering fantastic views, while further inland modern freehold houses can be found interspersed with the odd row of 1930s docker cottages here and there.
Where can I go out?
Far from being a hectic destination hub, Rotherhithe has many traditional English pubs dotted about Rotherhithe Street in particular. The Brunel has always been a stalwart community pub while the Old Salt Quay and the Blacksmiths are good for a quiet drink. If you want to venture further afield, Shad Thames and Canary Wharf are easy to get to.
How about going out for a meal?
You cannot think of Rotherhithe without thinking of the Mayflower. Claiming to be the oldest pub on the Thames, The Mayflower offers quality food and drink in a traditional English pub which dates from approx. 1550.
The award winning Simplicity Café and Restaurant on Tunnel Road is a well know secret locally.
How do I get from A-B ?
Rotherhithe station (Overground Line)
Canada Water station (Jubilee Line and Overground Line)
Double Tree Docklands Pier (Thames Clippers)
Bus Routes (C10, 381, 47, 188, 199 P12)
Here are just a few of the restaurants worth a try
https://www.shipandwhale.co.uk/
https://www.mayflowerpub.co.uk/
https://www.theblacksmithsse16.com/
http://www.perfettapizzeria.uk/rotherhithe/
https://delifelice.jimdofree.com/
Some of our favorite’s for a tipple or two
http://www.rampubcompany.co.uk/visit-pubs/the-ship-rotherhithe
https://www.greeneking-pubs.co.uk/pubs/greater-london/salt-quay/
https://www.shipandwhale.co.uk/
https://www.mayflowerpub.co.uk/
https://www.theblacksmithsse16.com/
https://www.mobydickgreenlanddock.co.uk/
https://doubletree3.hilton.com/en/hotels/united-kingdom/doubletree-by-hilton-hotel-london-docklands-riverside-LONNDDI/dining/the-terrace.html
Feel like working out
https://www.everyoneactive.com/centre/surrey-docks-water-sports-centre/
https://www.bootcampse16.co.uk/
https://fitnationuk.com/
https://melaniechristoupilates.co.uk/
Places to visit
https://www.thebrunelmuseum.com/
https://www.tcv.org.uk/london/urbanecology/urban-ecology-sites/stave-hill-ecological-park
We love
Surrey Docks Farm, a working city farm where children can get up close to and feed goats, pigs, donkeys and others
https://www.surreydocksfarm.org.uk/
Like where you’re looking but can’t quite find the right thing? Have you considered looking in CANADA WATER, SURREY QUAYS, or BERMONDSEY? They’re close by but offer something different for the budget.
If you have a property to sell or rent in ROTHERHITHE and would like a valuation or just an informal chat please give us a call or email us .