Sycamore House provides sheltered housing for the over 60s, managed by Hammersmith United Charities. This garden is an oasis of tranquillity in the middle of Shepherd's Bush and provides a space for residents to enjoy. Many immerse themselves in the sounds and sights of nature, reading the paper alone or catching up with a friend over a cup of tea. Some residents have their own small plots and pots to get involved in the practical nature of gardening, planting, watering and weeding at their pleasure.
This is a sister garden to John Betts House and includes plants to encourage wildlife, a pond, pergola and a large community greenhouse. In October 2024, Sycamore Gardens achieved first place and were awarded the winner's cup, in the 'large community garden, London Almshouses Garden Competition' run by London Gardens Society.
Community Gardener: India White
Visitor Information
Open
Sunday 11:00–15:00
Activities
Tea, coffee and homemade cakes. Plant sale run by residents.
Large roof terrace with spectacular views of London, completely decked out with terrace furniture hand-picked for a beautiful home-from-home feel. Stunning flowers and fresh herb plants cared for by a local environmental charity.
Part of the Norland Estate, laid out by Robert Cantwell in 1846. Award-winning garden restoration and design with enhanced planting. Roses, central herbaceous borders and an interesting variety of trees and shrubs.
Award-winning one-acre site and important learning resource centre which grows more than 40 varieties of produce with the help of the adjacent school and local residents.
