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This Chelsea landmark close to the river, sister to The Artesian Well, can trace its history back to 1765 and names many of Chelsea's famous residents among its regulars. Well known visitors from the past who've supped a pint here include poets Dante Gabriel Rossetti and Dylan Thomas. There's a continuing artistic theme thanks to co-owner and sculptor Rudy Weller, who created The Horses of Helios & The Three Graces, prominently positioned in Piccadilly Circus. He's also the man responsible for the 'Three Synchronised Divers' leaping from the roof of the Criterion Building above. For The Cross Keys he's created a "magical kingdom" throughout the four rooms: the bar, the conservatory restaurant, gallery and a room at the top. The decor and relief sculptures are inspired by the pub's name. It's a common one among pubs and comes from a Christian sign, symbolizing the keys which Jesus gave to St Peter, so that he could enter the Kingdom of Heaven.The Cross Keys images
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86 Fulham Road, South Kensington, London SW3 | 11 minutes from The Cross Keys
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90 Lots Road, SW10 | 13 minutes from The Cross Keys
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Institut Francais Cultural Centre, 17 Queensberry Place, South Kensington, London SW7 | 19 minutes from The Cross Keys
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267 King's Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | 4 minutes from The Cross Keys
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What's On Today Near The Cross Keys Ragnar Axelsson: Last Days Of The Arctic Exhibitions | Until 11th March 2012 Proud Chelsea 9 minutes walk from The Cross Keys A photo-reportage show from the Icelandic photographer, featuring images of the Greenlandic landscape, the society and diminishing culture inhabited by ...More Mari Wilson's Threesome Concerts | On 14th February 2012 The Pheasantry 10 minutes walk from The Cross Keys The singer leads her outfit for a performance of festive pop, soul and jazz....More Guy Bourdin Exhibitions | Until 10th March 2012 Michael Hoppen Gallery 10 minutes walk from The Cross Keys Iconic and rarely-seen images by the influential 20th-century, French fashion photographer....More  The Love Float Seasonal | On 14th February 2012 Cremorne Riverside 11 minutes walk from The Cross Keys If you're after a Valentine's experience to really treasure, the Thames provides the perfect backdrop for a couples kayaking tour ...More National Service Exhibitions | Until 31st December 2013 National Army Museum 12 minutes walk from The Cross Keys Photographs, drawings, audio, objects and artefacts exploring Britain's military commitments abroad following the Second World War....More War Horse Puppetry Workshop (Over 10s) Exhibitions | On 14th February 2012 National Army Museum 12 minutes walk from The Cross Keys Learn about the rehearsal process for the play....More The Art Gallery Exhibitions | Until 31st December 2013 National Army Museum 12 minutes walk from The Cross Keys Historical and contemporary paintings including portraits, battle scene depictions and domestic interiors, by artists including Charles Fripp, Sir Joshua Reynolds, ...More World Wars, 1905-1947 Exhibitions | Until 31st December 2013 National Army Museum 12 minutes walk from The Cross Keys Interactive installations and archive film footage exploring the role of the British Commonwealth's civilian armies during the First and Second ...More Draw Your Weapons: The Art Of Commando Comics Exhibitions | Until 30th April 2012 National Army Museum 12 minutes walk from The Cross Keys Illustrations and artefacts exploring the heritage of the war comic, celebrating the 50th anniversary of publisher DC Thomson's Commando series....More The Road To Kabul: British Armies In Afghanistan, 1839-1919 Exhibitions | Until 31st December 2012 National Army Museum 12 minutes walk from The Cross Keys Artefacts from the First, Second and Third Afghan Wars including excerpts from soldiers' letters and journals, medals and memorabilia. These ...More 
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