Connaught Place, London facts for kids
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Connaught Place is a well-known area in the Bayswater part of the City of Westminster. The City of Westminster is one of the many local government areas, called London Boroughs, that make up London, England.
This area is close to Hyde Park, a famous large park in London. Connaught Place is surrounded by several important roads like Edgware Road and Bayswater Road. Nearby, you can also find Connaught Street and Connaught Square.
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Getting Around Connaught Place
The closest London Underground station to Connaught Place is Marble Arch. The London Underground is London's famous subway system. This station is just a short walk to the east. As you walk towards it, you pass near Marble Arch, a famous landmark, and a historic site known as Tyburn.
What You Can Find Here
Connaught Place is home to several important organizations and businesses. For example, the main offices of the Premier League are located here. The Premier League is the top football (soccer) league in England. You can also find the offices of Experian, a company that helps people and businesses manage their financial information. Other places include The Victory Services Club, which provides a place for members of the armed forces.
Famous Residents
Connaught Place has been home to some interesting people throughout history.
Lord Randolph Churchill
At number 2 Connaught Place, there is a special Blue plaque. A blue plaque is a sign put up in London to show that a famous person once lived or worked in that building. This plaque tells us that Lord Randolph Churchill lived there from 1883 to 1892.
Lord Randolph Churchill was an important politician in the United Kingdom. He was a member of the British Parliament and held important government jobs. He was also the father of Winston Churchill, who later became a famous Prime Minister during World War II.
