Ivy House, 94–96 North End Road, London NW11 7SX
Anna Pavlova Blue Plaque
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Why it's Wildland
2.6A small plaque marks the London home where celebrated ballerina Anna Pavlova lived from 1912 until her death in 1931. The house is largely screened from the street, and the plaque has been reported inside gated grounds.
This is a compact heritage stop rather than a nature destination: its appeal lies in the connection between a famous dancer and the house she made her London home. The plaque’s reported position behind school gates makes access uncertain, so check before making a special journey.
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The experience
A brief, access-dependent heritage visit focused on Ivy House and its association with Anna Pavlova. The plaque is reported to be within gated grounds, so arrange or confirm permission before setting out.
Things to do
Look for Ivy House behind the fence
A visitor account describes the house as difficult to see from the road because it is screened by a tall fence. Treat this as a reported observation, not a guarantee of current street visibility.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · Under 1 hour
A brief Ivy House heritage stop
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Check with the site in advance to ask whether visitors may access the grounds.
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If permission is granted, visit the plaque and view Ivy House from the permitted area.
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Leave the grounds as directed; do not attempt to enter without permission.
Verified history
London Museum records that Pavlova bought Ivy House in Golders Green in 1912 and settled there permanently after the Russian Revolution of 1917. She kept pet swans in the garden. Pavlova died in the Netherlands on 23 January 1931. A visitor account identifies the plaque at the house and reports that it was behind gates when visited in 2018; current access arrangements are not established by that account.
Hidden details
The plaque may be behind the gates — A 2018 visitor account says the plaque was inside the gated grounds and could not be seen from outside. Access was granted on that occasion after permission was sought, but this does not establish current visitor access.
Ivy House was Pavlova’s London home — The plaque marks the house Pavlova bought in 1912; London Museum notes that she kept pet swans in its garden.
When to go
· No particular time is supported by the available sources. Confirm access before travelling.
The supplied sources do not identify a seasonal reason to visit.
No weather-specific advice is supported by the available sources.
What to look for
If access is granted, look for the blue plaque inside the grounds and the historic Ivy House behind the fence. Its reported position means it may not be visible from the street.
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Best time to go
Any time, subject to access being granted.
No particular season or time of day is supported by the available information. Contact the site to check whether access is possible.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
Perfect for
Solo · Couples · History lovers
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Opening & access
The plaque is reported to be behind the gates of Ivy House, now a school. A 2018 visitor account says access was granted after asking staff, but this does not confirm current visitor access. Do not enter the grounds without permission; check with the site before visiting. Access arrangements are unconfirmed. Check before visiting; do not enter private land or restricted structures.
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Accessibility
Access to the plaque and the grounds is not confirmed. Check with the site before visiting; do not assume the plaque can be viewed from the street.
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Around Anna Pavlova Blue Plaque
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