PUTNEY AND WIMBLEDON - UK TRAVEL COMPANION

Putney and Wimbledon - UK Travel Companion

Putney and Wimbledon - UK Travel Companion

Introduction

Wimbledon and Putney are extremely good tourist sites. There is a lot to attract tourists and a lot to fascinate and interest them. Wimbledon, famous for hosting the annual tennis championships, is a place that can be visited round the year. At the top of Wimbledon Hill, the village of Wimbledon is only ten miles from the city centre, but seems to be in the heart of London. (Alfaro et al 2005, Pp. 61-71)

The original medieval High Street includes several pubs, Old Rectory and the church. It links Wimbledon Hill with the wide open spaces of Wimbledon Common. The unique buildings of this charming village offer high class restaurants, shops, boutiques and businesses, pavement cafes, pubs and wine bars.

There is a lot for the tennis fans too; The Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum is something they would not want to miss. Apart from the chance of extensive exploration of the history of the tournament and the celebrated trophies, tourist can avail the opportunity of taking a tour of legendary Centre Court.

Putney, located in South West London near to Fulham, Wandsworth and Roehampton, has become sought after address with soaring property prices. The Putney Bridge, chain stores and independent shops, leisure centre, arts theatre and a cinema are some features that make Putney a great tourist site. A variety of pubs and restaurants look out over the tree lined and cyclists and walkers are often seen towpath enjoying the great view of Thames.

Putney, since long, has been associated with music. Live performances in the half moon, special events, annual spring music festivals, and the university boat race are Putney's specials. Considering the beautiful riverside sceneries, superb shopping and pulsating nightlife, it is very difficult to beat Putney.

Regional Introduction

A large open space in the south west London is known as Wimbledon and Putney, which comprises of 460 hectares (i.e. 1140 acres). This area has been divided into three different segments including Putney Health, Wimbledon common and Putney Lower Common. However, the last is divided from the rest of the Common by about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) of built-up area. (Anderson and Nurick 2002, Pp. 926-946)

These two regions are protected legally under the Wimbledon & Putney Act of 1871 from being covered or built upon. This law was designed to protect the natural flora and fauna of the area along with the aim to preserve the beauty of the area. The Commons covers the biggest area of heathland in London. There is a locality of bog with exceptional flora.

Mostly the commons are the important European designation site for particular scientific interest and special area of conversation.

The Commons are managed by the eight conservators, in which five members are appointed for three years tenure and the remaining three members are nominated by the three government agencies: the Ministry of Natural Environment, Ministry of Defense and Home Office. House of Commons is managed by the Clerks and ...