Eaton Square is named after the Duke of Westminster's principal home, Eaton Hall in Cheshire. The Grosvenor estate’s master builder, Thomas Cubitt, started laying out the six gardens that form the square in 1826. Today, the garden, which won Gold in London in Bloom 2018, is a peaceful retreat of formal lawns and shady pathways. The south central garden is open for the Weekend. Mixed borders around two formal lawns are divided by a shady enclave, and formal raised beds provide seasonal colour. There are also sundials and water features by sculptor David Harber. Famous residents have included Neville Chamberlain and Vivien Leigh.
Local businesses selling tea, coffee, cakes, snacks and alcoholic beverages. Music. David Harber sculptures on display. Garden guide available. Traditional Punch & Judy shows at 11.30am and 3.30pm.
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Opposite No. 42 (South Side) Nearest postcode: SW1W 9BD What 3 Words:
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Prize-winning early Victorian garden restored in 1997 to the 1867 layout. Rope-edged tiles and some original trees survive. Former residents include the poet Matthew Arnold and author Mary Shelley.
An addition by Thomas Cundy to the original 1821 Wyatt plan for Belgravia. Planted with a white theme. Modern sculpture mixes with imposing London plane trees.
Substantial roof garden naturalised by plants well suited to a relatively exposed and sunny environment – roses, apple trees, herbs, wild flowers and grasses; commanding views.
