How's the view from Somerset House's terrace?

1. Why is Somerset House famous?
2. What is Somerset House used for now?
3. What has been filmed at Somerset House?
4. What is Somerset best known for?
5. Is Somerset House Free?
6. Who runs Somerset House?
7. How did Somerset House get its name?
8. Who designed Somerset House?
9. When did the Courtauld move to Somerset House?
10. Where are the records from Somerset House?
11. How do you get to Somerset House?

Why is Somerset House famous?

Somerset House is London's working arts centre built on historic foundations around one of the most beautiful courtyards in Europe. Situated at the very heart of the capital, we are home to the UK's largest and most exciting creative community and are overflowing with new ideas, young businesses and fresh perspectives.

What is Somerset House used for now?

Sir William Chambers was commissioned to design the new building which became a residency for arts councils, galleries and even Kings College. Somerset House was repaired after being damaged during the war, and today remains a centre for creativity, mimicking its use in earlier times as a theatre and artistic hub.

What has been filmed at Somerset House?

A London landmark with neoclassical architecture, Somerset House has been used for many major film and TV shoots including Suffragette, The Duchess, Love Actually and Mary Poppins Returns.

What is Somerset best known for?

Somerset is renowned for its cheddar cheese and cider. A wealth of apple orchards once made Somerset the cider capital of the UK, whilst the Cheddar Gorge caves are still used to mature cheese today.

Is Somerset House Free?

Admission to Somerset House is free, but you'll need to buy a ticket for some exhibitions and events.

Who runs Somerset House?

How did Somerset House get its name?

Between 1603 and 1692 Somerset House was the official residence of the Queen of England and for most of that period, as the home of Roman Catholic consorts, one of the most controversial buildings in Britain. It takes its name from Edward VI's uncle, the protector of England, Edward Seymour the Duke of Somerset.

Who designed Somerset House?

When did the Courtauld move to Somerset House?

Courtauld Connects is a major, multi-million pound transformation project – the biggest development programme since The Courtauld moved to Somerset House in 1989.

Where are the records from Somerset House?

The records and the staff of the General Register Office as well as the Principal Probate Registry left Somerset House almost 50 years ago, making way for Somerset House to be transformed into London's working arts centre today, but for many the site is still synonymous with that history.

How do you get to Somerset House?

Nearest stations:

1. Temple (Circle & District lines; 250 metres, 5-minute walk)
2. Covent Garden (Piccadilly line; 650m, 8min)
3. Charing Cross (Bakerloo & Northern lines; 700m, 10min)
4. Embankment (Circle & District lines; 700m, 10min)