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Growing Space at Christ Church

Growing Space at Christ Church
(Photo: Poppy French)

The Garden

Growing Space at Christ Church opened in May 2019. This edible and woodland garden, located in the south grounds of Christ Church Kensington, is an urban green oasis that serves the community, church and local schoolchildren, by reconnecting residents of all ages with nature and teaching them where food comes from and how it is grown. A formerly neglected patch of earth, overrun with weeds and refuse, the new garden includes the beautifully rebuilt retaining wall along Kynance Mews, eight raised beds for growing edibles, a woodland forest school garden, sensory border and greenhouse.

Environmental Coordinator: Pascale Rochefeuille

Visitor Information

Open
Sunday 12:30–17:00
Activities
Plants and herbs in pots, such as strawberry plants and organic kitchen herbs from the garden, will be for sale.
Various sensory and gardening activities will be offered for adults and children throughout the day, including forest school and garden taster activities and games. Refreshments available.
Picnics allowed.
Entrance
From Victoria Road and Kynance Mews
Nearest postcode: W8 5RQ
Buses
Map of nearby bus stops
Station
Gloucester Road
Cycle hire station
Gloucester Road (North) (Map)
Toilets
Toilet on site
Access
Best wheelchair entrance is via Eldon Road, coming from the north side of Christ Church Kensington. Narrow bark paths and uneven ground in woodland area. Main path is wide enough for wheelchair access.
Dogs
Working assistance dogs only

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