Lower Grosvenor Place, London
Location and Overview
Lower Grosvenor Place is a short but historically notable road located in the heart of the City of Westminster, just southwest of Buckingham Palace.It forms a roughly straight east-west route of approximately 160 metres (525 feet), running parallel to Victoria Street and close to the Royal Mews.
Historical Background
The road was developed in the early 19th century, during a period of intensive building activity around what would soon become the official residence of the British monarch. It was built as part of the larger Grosvenor Estate expansion in the area, providing access between Victoria and the developing royal and civic districts nearby.Origin of the Name
The name "Lower Grosvenor Place" comes from the Grosvenor family, influential aristocrats who developed large parts of London, including Mayfair and Belgravia.Yes, it is named after the same Grosvenor family as Grosvenor Street, one of the wealthiest landowning families in Britain. The family's title is derived from the French "Gros Veneur," meaning "great hunter."
Map of Lower Grosvenor Place, London
Connecting Roads
Lower Grosvenor Place connects:- Bressenden Place
- Buckingham Palace Road
- Grosvenor Gardens
- Grosvenor Place
- Hobart Place
Buildings and Architecture
On the east side of the road, you'll find the rear of the Goring Hotel and the side entrances to properties facing onto Buckingham Palace Road. The west side includes elegant terraced buildings, many of which are used as offices and embassies, with some retaining their original Georgian façades.
Painting of Lower Grosvenor Place (View full-size image here)
Nearby Underground Stations
The nearest Underground station is Victoria Station, just a 3-minute walk away. It is served by the:- Victoria Line
- District Line
- Circle Line