Navigate your way through ten computer-controlled zones that replicate different climates, from the tropical Amazon to the dry deserts where cacti bloom. Science is a real driving force behind Kew Gardens, and the institution hosts many talks and educational events throughout the year.
The glass-topped conservatory is home to multiple palm trees and banana plants, as well as plenty of other exotic delights that transport you far, far away from London.
City of London. Oh Sky Garden. Does it technically count as a botanical garden? Filled with mainly Mediterranean and South African species of plants, the colourful flowers are in bloom all year round, so no need to stress about timing your visit perfectly.
If you want a complete low down on the Sky Garden, including how to nab tickets and the best places to eat and drink, check out our full guide here. Tickets: Walk-ins are available, but free tickets can be booked here. Four acres of botanical goodness await behind an unsuspecting red brick wall. More than 5, different types of plants are spread out across the garden, sectioned into edible, medicinal, herbal, and plants with other uses. The entrance is on Swan Walk. Tickets: You can book your tickets in advance here.
A post shared by Garden Museum gardenmuseum. Not this one, anyway. After gorgeous golden hour snaps, as well as dreamy views? Set on the grounds of a Monastery, the Carmelite Monastery Gardens offers 4 acres of peace and beauty.
The best bit? The nuns who reside in the Monastery are responsible for tending to the garden, which consists of rows of perfectly manicured flowers and shrubbery. Five major features dominate the gardens: the Palm House by Decimus Burton with Richard Turner, c 8 listed grade I , to the east; the Temperate House by Decimus Burton, c listed grade I and the Pagoda by Sir William Chambers, c listed grade I to the south; the lake excavated c to the west; and Kew Palace, formerly known as the Dutch House, c listed grade I , to the north.
A number of other buildings of historical importance, many from the C18 by William Chambers for Princess Augusta, survive within the botanic gardens. To the north of the lake a vista extends from the iron and glass Palm House across the river to Syon House qv , horticultural interest in this area including the Rhododendron Dell, and the Bamboo and Azalea Gardens. The path system continues in a south-easterly direction towards the Temperate House, extended 9 and restored 82, and the Pagoda from where there is a vista north-north-west to the Palm House.
The Pond, remodelled by Nesfield in , is all that remains of the great lake made for George III which covered the area now occupied by the Palm House and beyond.
From the Palm House the Broad Walk leads north-west back towards the main gate passing to the east the Orangery listed grade I , by Chambers c and now used as a shop and restaurant.
Kew Palace refurbished late s stands to the north-west flanked on either side by C20 service buildings, laboratories, and a nursery. Loss and damage to trees caused by the storms of and was considerable but between the Orangery and the Pagoda to the south examples of planting of c survive.
To the south of Kew Gardens lies the Old Deer Park, physically separated from the botanic gardens by the mid C18 ha-ha and formally separated in when Kew Gardens was taken into state control.
Much of the parkland to the north is used by the Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club founded ; the remainder is divided up between the Athletic Ground, open grass recreation ground, tennis courts, and the public swimming pool first opened in The Observatory, which maintained its scientific role under a number of owners, closed in The building continues to be used as offices following its restoration in The three obelisks or meridian marks listed grade II , erected in the park in to enable observation instruments to be adjusted, survive, one near the river bank to the north-west and two near the river bank at the southern tip of the site.
In c the new Twickenham Road was made, cutting across the south-east corner of the Old Deer Park. A strip of parkland, now used for car parking, is separated from the main body of the Old Deer Park by the dual carriageway.
Access over the road to the park is via a C20 footbridge. Note: There is a wealth of published material about this site. The key references are listed below. J Rocque, Plan of the Cities of London and Westminster and Borough of Southwark and the country near ten miles around, surveyed , published A new royal park was created about , which was replaced by a larger royal park in In about the Richmond Lodge estate was acquired by the Prince of Wales, and later became the favourite residence of the royal family, who significantly developed the grounds.
In White House, Kew, was also acquired, and William Kent was employed to work on the house and garden. By , when the botanic garden was taken over by the state, it was already semi-public. Under the first Director, Sir William Hooker the size of the botanic gardens increased to over hectares. Laid out over acres with over 30, species of plants, this botanical garden in London is really something. Today, it remains popular and is one of the more unique gardens to visit in London.
If there was ever a garden to inspire you to become a budding get it? Located in Richmond Park, this flower garden in London is packed full of dreamy flowers like colourful azaleas. In fact, there are more than 85 different types of roses in the garden. That said, the fact that it only opens up on some Sundays does mean this tropical garden in London has a little less hype around it.
This pretty and petite London garden is one of my favourite places to escape the city crowds. The Streatham Rookery been perfectly landscaped, with impressive hedges and a beautiful pond nestled right on the edge of Streatham Common. Even better? Very few people know about this secret spot — perfect for grabbing a bit of peace and quiet. This site was once the home to a beautiful old church, however it was largely destroyed during The Blitz.
Instead of restoring it, it has been left to be slowly reclaimed by the plants and flowers around it. The result is exceptionally beautiful and interesting. Once a royal residence, Eltham Palace is today managed by English Heritage and open to all us commoners. The rock garden, water pools and historic bridge are particularly unique features.
If you ask me, Coombe Wood in Croydon shout out to my hometown is worthy of far more acclaim than it gets. The garden was once the kitchen garden for the now demolished mansion on site. As well as enjoying the relaxing vibes and beautiful plants, this garden also gets a lovely view out over London.
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