Often asked: What Time Does Greenwich Council Open?

How do I contact Greenwich Council?

All other general enquiries If you are unable to find the answer to your question on this website, or if you are unable to find the relevant contact details to direct your question to, you can use the other general enquiries form or call 020 8854 8888.

What council is Woolwich in?

The local council is Greenwich London Borough Council which meets in Woolwich Town Hall. The council’s offices are also based in Woolwich, the main urban centre in the borough. Greenwich is the location of the Greenwich prime meridian, on which all Coordinated Universal Time is based.

Which council is Greenwich?

Greenwich London Borough Council is the local authority for the Royal Borough of Greenwich in Greater London, England. It is a London borough council, one of 32 in the United Kingdom capital of London. Greenwich is divided into 17 wards, each electing three councillors.

Is Greenwich Park open on Christmas Day?

All our cemetery grounds in Woolwich, Eltham, Charlton, Plumstead and Greenwich will remain open on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

How do I pay my council tax in Greenwich?

Paying your council housing charges online or by telephone Using the Royal Borough’s payment system, you can pay your council housing charges and other bills online or by telephone. You can pay by telephone by calling 0845 835 0140. Please allow five working days for processing.

What borough is Greenwich in?

Greenwich, royal borough and outer borough of London, England. It lies on the south bank of the River Thames in the historic county of Kent.

Is Greenwich nice to live?

Steeped in history and rich in culture, Greenwich is one of South London’s most attractive places to live. Home to Greenwich Meantime, the Royal Palaces, a vibrant marketplace, and an abundance of trendy hangouts, there will never be a dull moment living in Greenwich.

What is the second most popular religion in Greenwich?

The religious make up of Greenwich is 52.9% Christian, 25.1% No religion, 6.8% Muslim, 3.6% Hindu, 1.7% Buddhist, 1.4% Sikh, 0.2% Jewish, 0.1% Atheist.

Why is Greenwich a royal borough?

Greenwich was designated as a royal borough in 2012 to mark the diamond jubilee of Queen Elisabeth II. Before the advent of the Greenwich Meridian, the borough was renowned for being the birthplace of most of the Tudor monarchs at the former Greenwich Palace which once stood in the grounds of Greenwich Park.

Is Greenwich a Labour Council?

Greenwich has 51 councillors and is a Labour-held borough. There are 17 wards and each ward has three councillors. You can contact any of the three councillors in your ward with the issues that you want to raise.

Who runs Greenwich Council?

Following the 2018 elections, the current Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich and Chair of Cabinet is Cllr Danny Thorpe. The Leader is the most senior member of the council. He leads the decision-making process and directs strategic policy and budget setting.

How many people are in Greenwich Borough?

The population of Greenwich is changing; there are more people living in the Borough and we are becoming more diverse. It is estimated that there are currently 282,800 people living in Greenwich.

Are the toilets open in Greenwich Park?

Toilets. Toilets across the parks will remain open. We have implemented all necessary measures to protect our visitors’ safety and to provide a safe working environment for our attendants. During periods when the toilets are cleaned, we will temporarily close access to the facilities until cleaning is safely completed.

Is Greenwich Park free?

Originally used as a royal hunting ground, Greenwich Park is now a wonderful free green space in London for picturesque strolls and picnics under chestnut and oak trees.

Can you get into Greenwich Park at night?

Another of London’s parks makes our nighttime viewing list. Greenwich park has always been one of London’s favoured parks thanks to the views from the hilltop. So, whether it’s arranging an evening picnic or sharing a glass of bubbly on a Friday night, Greenwich caters for any nighttime experience in London.