British Life | Ten gardens that will amaze you, you won’t believe they are in London!
Chelsea Physic Garden
Known as London's Secret Garden, this oasis is hidden on the banks of the Thames and is home to 5,000 different species of plants. Plus, they open the garden until 10pm throughout July and August.
2. St. John's Church Gardens
The Garden of St. John’s Lodge
Robert Weir Shultz classified it as a "meditation" garden in 1889, and if it was enough to calm the soul in the 19th century, it is sure to be relaxing today. The garden is decorated with many stone carvings and sculptures, and it is easy to get lost in the beauty of this corner.
3. Queen Mary's Gardens
Queen Mary’s Garden
This garden is definitely for all flower lovers, as Queen Mary's Gardens is home to the largest rose collection in London. It's set against a Mediterranean border, a crabapple garden and designed shrubs - it's a photogenic place!
4. Enfield Gardens
Myddelton House Gardens
With an impressive eight acres of grounds, this beautiful garden was created in the late 19th century by Edward Augustus Bowles, one of Britain's most famous self-taught gardeners and botanists. The garden features a lake, a Victorian glasshouse and is well worth a look.
5. Kew Gardens
Kew Gardens
Many of you have probably heard of Kew Gardens. Located in southwest London, Kew Gardens is the largest botanical garden in London. The 121-hectare park is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Kew Gardens has the largest and most diverse collection of plants in the world, so even if you think you don’t like flowers, you might like this place.
Built on an old railway line, this garden is run by volunteers and features wildlife friendly trees and shrubs. If you are a Dalston resident, you are in luck as this garden allows you to use their flower beds to grow your own food including tomatoes and fresh herbs.
7. Eltham Palace
Eltham Palace
This uninhabited royal residence is managed by English Heritage and its Art Deco design has been called a "masterpiece of modern design". A tasteful blend of old and new, the palace and gardens will please interior lovers and garden enthusiasts alike.
8. Syon Palace Gardens
Syon House and Gardens
Syon Palace is a building located in Syon Park in west London. It is owned by the Duke of Northumberland and is now the residence of the Duke of Northumberland and his family in London. The vast gardens and greenhouses inside attract many tourists. Walking in the gardens, botanical gardens, parks and lawns of Syon Palace and admiring some rare wildlife and plants is definitely a good choice for your holiday.
9. Kyoto Japanese Garden
Kyoto Japanese Garden at Holland Park
This Kyoto garden was originally created to celebrate the Japan Festival held in London in 1992. Who needs a plane ticket to Japan when you walk into this garden? Get lost in the beautiful trees and Japanese features and you’ll forget you’re just a stone’s throw from Kensington High Street.
這裡總共有三個圍牆花園可供你選擇,而且是免費參觀。 裡面有可愛的庭院,池塘和一切美好的事物,非常適合假日過來走走!