Lambeth in Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
Charlie Chaplin
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, February 26, 2026
1. Charlie Chaplin Marker
Charlie Chaplin
1889-1977
Film maker and Water Rat
lived here
1898 ~ 1899
Erected by The Dead Comics Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment. A significant historical year for this entry is 1898.
Location. 51° 29.251′ N, 0° 6.629′ W. Marker is in Lambeth, England, in Greater London. It is at the intersection of Methley Street and Bowden Street, on the right when traveling east on Methley Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 39 Methley Street, Lambeth, England SE11 4DS, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Greater South East. Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Kennington Palace (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Charlie Chaplin
this page online
Also see . . .
1. Charlie Chaplin (Wikipedia). Overview:
Sir Charles Spencer Chaplin Jr. (16 April 1889 25 December 1977) was an English comic actor, filmmaker, and composer who rose to fame in the era of silent film. He became a worldwide icon through his screen persona, the Tramp, and is considered one of the film industry's most important figures. His career spanned more than 75 years, from his childhood in the Victorian era until a year before his death in 1977, and encompassed both accolade and controversy.(Submitted on March 5, 2026.)
2. The house where Charlie Chaplin lived with his mother (Shady Old Lady). Excerpt:
Description: Legendary comedian Charlie Chaplin (16 April 1889 25 December 1977) lived here briefly as a boy, with both his mother Hannah(Submitted on March 5, 2026.)Hill Chaplin and his brother Stanley.Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, February 26, 20262. Charlie Chaplin Marker - wide view
It is said to have been the inspiration for the settings of both his famous films The Kid, plus as the home of the blind girl in City Lights.
His mother left his father in 1893 and in 1896 Hannah's mental state deteriorated and she was committed to an asylum (Charlie and Stanley lived temporarily with their father) and on her release from the asylum Hannan Chaplin rented a room here for her family.
The plaque here was placed by the Dead Comics Society in 1993 (now the British Comedy Society).
Additional keywords. blue plaque
Credits. This page was last revised on March 5, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 5, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 18 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 5, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
