This multi award-winning community food garden brought together diverse groups to create a thriving haven for local residents - and wildlife. A resident-led committee rescued the site and, with Lottery support, it has been developed to host over 40 raised growing beds, greatly valued by families, schoolchildren and a daycare centre. Asian and unusual vegetables grow alongside a fruit orchard, a wildlife area and pond. Among many points of interest there are native hedgerows, bug hotels, nectar bars, a wildflower meadow, bat boxes and ivy walls for bees. Its haul of many awards include the Silver 'Thriving Garden' Best Community Garden award from London in Bloom, and the Best Wildlife (Group), and Overall Group Winner in the Tower Hamlets in Bloom Awards.
chair: Margaret Wilson
Visitor Information
Open
Sunday 11:00–16:00
Activities
Curry and cakes for sale made by growers, as well as plants and drinks.
Entrance
Between Russia Lane and Peel Grove Nearest postcode: E2 9LU
This is a community garden project run by local residents. Everything in the garden belongs to everyone and all crops are grown and shared together. A feast of organic vegetables, salads, aromatic herbs, beautiful flowers and wildlife.
Allotments created in 1974 from a post-war bomb site. Site comprises individual allotment plots, a wildlife area and communal garden border. Plant and seed sales and refreshments.
Award-winning gardens at St Joseph's Hospice for recreation and contemplation. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the space - the Hospice is a place to celebrate life.
The inspiration for the set of EastEnders, this garden has retained its original Victorian layout and has been lovingly restored and maintained by local residents.
