Cornwall Gardens consists of three private communal gardens, each laid out formally with perimeter paths. The original Victorian market garden was developed by the Broadwood family - famous piano makers - and was sold for development from 1866 to 1879. Known as Little India due to its colonial links, the gardens became home to writers, painters, musicians, financiers and other fine Victorian minds. The gardens are shaded by some of London's tallest plane trees dating from 1870, and the trees, lawns and flowering shrubs provide the peaceful and inspirational atmosphere of a woodland garden.
Gardener: One Two Tree Limited (info@12tree.co.uk) - David Ashton
Multi Award-Winning Community garden in the heart of Kensington. Edible and woodland garden, formerly a neglected patch of earth overrun with weeds and refuse. Plant sale, refreshments, activities for adults and children.
Created in the 1860s, the square was built on the site of former market gardens and boasts old mulberry and catalpa trees. The landscaping largely retains its original Victorian layout.
Private communal gardens provided for residents, built in the 1880s. Features include a central gazebo, ping-pong table, children's play area and a beautiful variety of trees.
Beautiful, quiet 1.5-acre garden square surrounded by large plane trees and early Victorian houses. Much horticultural interest following recent replanting.
