Camden Catacombs, 21 feet under
An extensive range of passages, constructed in the 19th century.
Location: Camden Lock Place, NW1
Description: An extensive range of passages, constructed in the 19th century - they were used as stables for horses and pit ponies working on the railways. From Primrose Hill to Camden Lock...21 foot down, there's even an underground pool for canal boats down there somewhere.
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An extensive range of passages, constructed in the 19th century. |
Ranking This Month: 617/3068
Pages Hit This Month: 41
Credits: TimeOut - London
5» Were blacksmiths employed in the catacombs around 1900? My grandfather was one and lived in Wrotham Road (P Brant)
4» Think the access points have now been secured due to H&S Legislation around possible flooding. Ive not been in but would love to have a look. (Stu)
3» The pool is under the interchange (old distillery) - you can enter from the canal and then climb into the catacombs. You can also get in through APTN ( atv company at the interchange and also through a door in the basement of Jime Hensons Creature Workshop. (gog)
2» what a place for a party. keep it underground! (kano)
1» how do we get in????? (steev)
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