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Address: 1 Lawrence Street, Chelsea,  SW3 5NB
Telephone: 020 7349 9111
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The Cross Keys is in the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
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The Cross KeysThis 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.

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298 Kings Road, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
4 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
The Cadogan Arms has been given a facelift by Tom and Ed Martin - the brothers behind The Botanist, The Gun, The Well, Hat & ... More
 
 
 
The Orange Public House & Hotel
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The Orange Public House & Hotel

37 Pimlico Road, Belgravia,  London,  SW1W Map
21 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
The Orange Public House and Hotel on Pimlico Road has been lovingly restored to its former glory by the team behind The Thomas Cubitt and ... More
 
 
 
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Barts
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Barts

Chelsea Cloisters,  Sloane Avenue, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
14 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
Taking its inspiration from the American speakeasy movement, Barts is a tiny, intimate and relaxed bar in South Kensington which promises a refreshingly fun experience ... More
 
 
 
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316-318 King's Road, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
4 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
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The Kensington Hotel

109-113 Queen's Gate, South Kensington,  SW7 Map
16 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
Midway between Exhibition Road and Fulham Road is The Kensington Hotel, reborn following a £20million refurbishment to bring The Doyle Collection’s sense of contemporary, memorable ... More
 
 
 
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The Regency Hotel

100 Queen's Gate South Kensington London SW7 5AG,  SW7 Map
16 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
The Regency Hotel in South Kensington on the tree-lined road of Queens Gate is in a prime spot near Old Brompton Road with a good ... More
 
 
 
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29th November 2009
Chelsea Physic Garden, 66 Royal Hospital Garden,  SW3 Map
8 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
The historic botanical Chelsea Physic Garden opens its gates for a charming walk through nature and a chance to pick up some Christmas gifts. Laid ... More
 
 
 
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16th October 2009 until 13th December 2009
Pumphouse Gallery, Battersea Park,  SW11 Map
12 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
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161 Kings Road,  SW3 Map
9 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
Art gallery Proud Chelsea brings top quality rock 'n' roll photography to the heart of King's Road. There are several strings to the Proud bow ... More
 
 
 
Royal Hospital Chelsea
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Royal Hospital Chelsea

Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
13 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
Built by Sir Christopher Wren 1682-1692, the Grade I-listed Royal Hospital Chelsea was intended by King Charles II to be a home for soldiers who ... More
 
 
 
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Biondi
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Biondi

55B Old Church Street, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
2 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
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267 King's Road, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
4 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
With a pedigree dating right back to 1970, this shop is a Mecca for luxury home furnishings. This flagship store is just the public tip ... More
 
 
 
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Cheyne Walk Brasserie
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Cheyne Walk Brasserie

50 Cheyne Walk, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
1 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
Hugely popular local restaurant with a French accent. The brasserie style extends from the all-day menu to the chandeliers and sky blue cushions covering benches ... More
 
 
 
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Big Easy

332 King's Road, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
4 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
With simple, classic décor, sturdy tables, an extensive and delicious junior menu, and extremely friendly staff who will hand out crayons for drawing on the ... More
 
 
 
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Chelsea Physic Garden
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Chelsea Physic Garden

66 Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
8 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
Second oldest botanic garden in England. The largest fruiting olive tree in Britain and the world’s northern-most outdoor grapefruit tree call this historic botanic and apothecary ... More
 
 
 
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Chelsea Physic Garden

66 Royal Hospital Garden, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
8 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
The largest fruiting olive tree in Britain and the world's northern-most outdoor grapefruit tree call the historic Chelsea Physic Gardens home. Hidden behind towering brick ... More
 
 
 
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298 Kings Road, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
4 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
The Cadogan Arms has been given a facelift by Tom and Ed Martin - the brothers behind The Botanist, The Gun, The Well, Hat & ... More
 
 
 
The Phoenix
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The Phoenix

23 Smith Street, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
11 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
The great thing about The Phoenix is that, despite its location just off the Kings Road, it remains resolutely un-stuffy. What should be a Sloane-y ... More
 
 
 
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50 Cheyne Walk, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
1 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
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35 Old Church Street, Chelsea,  London,  SW3 Map
2 minutes walk from The Cross Keys
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