Somerset House: A History

Somerset House is a stones throw from London's prolific strand, and is home to a number of art, photography and cinematic exhibits. Designed by Sir William Chambers on the north bank of the thames, back in the 18th Century, evolved from a Royal residence to Government building over the course of 200 years.

Somerset House has been home to events such as World Photo Awards, Film 4 Summer Screen and London Fashion Week, amongst many others

The closest train stations in getting to somerset house are Temple/ Embankment, via the Circle line/District Line on the underground, Waterloo via Bakerloo/Northern Line/Jubilee Lane/National Rail and Charing Cross via Northern line/National Rail.

Buses: 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 77a, 91 and 176 .