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Iliffe Yard

Iliffe Yard
(Photo: Gareth Morris)

The Garden

Iliffe Yard is the largest of three Victorian workshop yards on the historic Pullens Estate at the Elephant & Castle. This was built as progressive workers' housing in the 1880s and is one of few remaining examples of such architecture in London. What were once light industrial units are now studios for artists, artisans and other creative businesses. A gardening group has turned the yard into a green urban oasis with large numbers of pots, baskets, vines and planters along its 300m length. Visitors will be able to see many of the studio units as well as the yard during the weekend.

Chair - Iliffe Yard Gardening Society: Gareth Morris

Visitor Information

Open
Saturday 10:30–19:00
Sunday 10:30–18:00
Activities
Picnics allowed.
Entrance
There are two gates; one is at the west end of Amelia Street and the other is at the east end next to the Elephant Cafe at 186 Crampton Street.
Nearest postcode: SE17 3QA
Buses
Map of nearby bus stops
Stations
Kennington, Elephant & Castle
Cycle hire station
Hampton Street (Map)
Toilets
Accessible toilet on site
Access
Garden presents challenges for visitors with limited mobility.
Cobblestone yard. Uneven in parts (pedestrians take care) but wheelchair accessible.
Dogs
Dogs on leads welcome

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