Embassy of Spain, London facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Embassy of Spain in London |
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| Location | Belgravia |
| Address | Belgrave Square London, SW1 |
| Coordinates | 51°29′51.7″N 0°9′14.7″W / 51.497694°N 0.154083°W |
| Ambassador | Federico Trillo-Figueroa |
The Embassy of Spain in London is like Spain's main office in the United Kingdom. It's located at 24 Belgrave Square. An embassy is where a country's ambassador and their team work. They help people from their home country and deal with official matters between the two nations.
Spain also has other important offices in London. These include a Consulate, a Defence Office, an Education and Social Affairs Office, and an Economic and Commercial Section. These offices help with different things, like visas, military matters, or business.
The embassy building is a beautiful, detached house. It was designed by Henry E. Kendall and built between 1840 and 1850. It's in Belgrave Square in Belgravia, a part of Westminster, London. The building is very special and is listed as a Grade I building because of its amazing architecture.
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History of the Embassy
The Spanish Embassy has been in London for a very long time. Its location has changed over the centuries.
Early Days (Elizabeth I to Charles I)
During the time of Elizabeth I, the Spanish Ambassador used a palace and chapel in Ely Place. This chapel, now called St Etheldreda's Church, was used by English Roman Catholics. This was important because at that time, Catholic worship was often restricted.
After the Restoration (Charles II onwards)
After Charles II became king, the Spanish Embassy moved to new places. First, it was on Ormond Street. Later, it moved to Hertford House in Manchester Square. Today, Hertford House is home to the famous Wallace Collection art museum.
In the late 1700s, a new chapel was built near the embassy. This was St James's, Spanish Place. It was built after some laws affecting Catholic worship were changed. The chapel was mainly built thanks to Thomas Hussey, who was the chaplain at the embassy. The official connection between Spain and this chapel ended in 1827.
See also
In Spanish: Embajada de España en Londres para niños
Images for kids
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A plaque outside the embassy showing the Coat of arms of Spain.
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The entrance to the embassy on Chesham Place.
