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Onslow Square, Garden square in South Kensington, United Kingdom.

The northwest side of Onslow Square stands adjacent to St Paul's Church, situated between Old Brompton Road and Fulham Road in London.

Charles James Freake initiated construction of houses in Onslow Square during 1845, following specifications from architect George Basevi on land belonging to Smith's Charity.

The garden square represents an important element of London's urban planning tradition, providing green spaces within residential neighborhoods for community gatherings.

South Kensington Underground station lies north of the square, while the Royal Marsden Hospital is located to the south of this residential area.

Novelist William Makepeace Thackeray wrote several works while residing at 36 Onslow Square between 1853 and 1860, contributing to the area's literary heritage.

Location: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

GPS coordinates: 51.49250,-0.17361

Latest update: March 6, 2025 23:00

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