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Rutland Gate South Garden

Rutland Gate South Garden
(Photo: David Park)

The Garden

Rutland Gate South Garden dates from part of an 1860s development of brick-and-stucco houses. This shady garden has nine scheduled plane trees, interesting evergreens, variegated foliage and shrubs, as well as a newly installed decorative gazebo. Visitors to this garden are also encouraged to visit the neighbouring Ennismore Gardens.

Garden contractor: Mr Stephen Airey

Further information on London Parks & Gardens Inventory

Visitor Information

Open
Sunday 10:00–17:00
Activities
Picnics allowed.
Entrance
Opposite 54 Rutland Gate
Nearest postcode: SW7 1PL
Buses
Map of nearby bus stops
Stations
Knightsbridge, South Kensington
Cycle hire station
Montpelier Street (Map)
Public toilets
South Kensington (Map)
Open Saturday 00:00-24:00
Open Sunday 00:00-24:00
Access
Level access but gravel paths and uneven surfaces.
Dogs
Dogs on leads
Conditions
Dogs on leads allowed only on paths. Toilet available only in emergency.

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