Shirley

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Millers Pond, Shirley, Croydon. An ornamental pond in a small park, Millers Pond was one of three ponds near a house called Spring Park which was also the name of the surrounding estate. Access from Shirley Way, Farm Lane and Worcester Close.
Photo by Philip Talmage (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Millers Pond, Shirley, Croydon. An ornamental pond in a small park, Millers Pond was one of three ponds near a house called Spring Park which was also the name of the surrounding estate. Access from Shirley Way, Farm Lane and Worcester Close.
Photo by Philip Talmage (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Early December in a suburban garden. My own back garden. It's a fairly large 1930s semi. The speculative builders simply bought a field, ran a road down the middle, and built houses either side. The gardens terminated at the edge of the field, which at this point coincided with a minor stream, the Chaffinch (now below ground). It also meant that they were pretty long, as well as wide - since the houses had garages and side entrances at the side. The oak trees would have been little more than saplings when the house was built. The tree on the left will soon lose its leaves, but the leaves of the tree on the right will stay until pushed off by the spring's new growth. The animal track in the lawn (centre right, leading towards the pampas grass) is part of the local foxes' regular route in search of scraps.
Photo by Philip Talmage (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

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Hyde Park showing a pond, a garden and a city

Hyde Park

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Top hotels in Shirley

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is HK$919 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$919
HK$1,103 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,219 reviews)
Second time staying at The Tower. Location couldn't be more perfect. Friendly and helpful staff, especially at breakfast.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3 out of 5
38-51 Bedford Way London England
The price is HK$882 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$882
HK$1,058 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,018 reviews)
Stayed in a superior twin room on the 5th floor, which was clean and comfortable, with a walk-in shower (important because I have mobility issues). It was on the small side but not cramped. The decor seemed to be fairly new and in good shape, of a dark gray neutral sort. Staff on check-in were friendly, ...

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Royal National Hotel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is HK$800 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$800
HK$959 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,489 reviews)
It’s was good as usual

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is HK$1,110 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
HK$1,110
HK$1,333 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,897 reviews)
Yes to both - check in very helpful. Look forward to return.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
Royal Garden Hotel

Royal Garden Hotel

5 out of 5
2-24 Kensington High Street London England
The price is HK$1,631 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
HK$1,631
HK$1,957 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,838 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Royal Garden Hotel
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road London England
The price is HK$1,643 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$1,643
HK$1,972 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,453 reviews)
Location is excellent

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
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Other neighbourhoods around Shirley

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Canary Wharf

4/5(517 area reviews)

Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Museum of London Docklands and Billingsgate Market. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.

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An iconic view of Big Ben & the Houses of Parliament over Westminster Bridge, London, UK

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While you're in Westminster, take in top sights like Big Ben and jump on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station to see more of the city.

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Admiralty Arch showing heritage architecture

City of Westminster

4.5/5(2,564 area reviews)

Big Ben and Piccadilly Circus are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

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Waterloo

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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Chelsea featuring heritage architecture

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4.5/5(132 area reviews)

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The City of London which includes heritage architecture, a city and cbd

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4.5/5(668 area reviews)

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