Residents of the Golden Lane Estate turned an old, disused nursery playground into the thriving Golden Baggers community food-growing space. The initiative began in 2010 when residents installed 20 one-tonne builders' bags on the playground as growing plots; as it became more popular, a further 20 bags were added a year later, before the bags were replaced by more permanent and accessible solid wooden boxes in 2016. Now, there are 42 individual boxes for growing fruit, vegetables, salad crops and flowers. There is also a communal herb garden, soft fruit, potted apple trees, grapevines, a small wildlife area and a children's shed and digging box.
acting treasurer: Sue Pearson
Visitor Information
Open
Saturday 10:30–16:30
Sunday 11:00–16:00
Activities
Homemade cakes and refreshments from the Baggers Café.
Entrance
In the middle of the Golden Lane Estate, adjoining the Ralph Perring Centre, between Basterfield House and Hatfield House. Nearest postcode: EC1Y 0ST
This award-winning wildlife garden is a unique nature conservation site, tended by volunteers from the Barbican Wildlife Group to enhance biodiversity in the City.
Seven acres of gardens, including Charterhouse Square and six courtyard gardens within the Tudor walls. They support the health and wellbeing of the Brothers, and are an important habitat for wildlife. Museum and Chapel open. Refreshments.
Sunken garden at the rear of 900-year-old St Bartholomew the Great Church, rescued from the wild by local residents. Mulberries and other fruit tasting. Refreshments. Music.
Discover the history of this 17th century burial ground, visit historic graves and see how rewilding has enhanced biodiversity and sustainability. Guided tours behind the railings.
Containers and recycled items hold a variety of edible and ornamental plants in this secret roof garden, which also boasts beehives and amazing, iconic views across the City.
