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Inner Temple Garden

The Garden

This three-acre hidden oasis in the heart of the City is located within the historic Inner Temple precincts, and was named Best Large Garden by Flowers in the City 2021. Cultivated since 1195, deep herbaceous borders envelop the garden with a vibrant display of foxgloves, alliums, and sweet rocket during June. Meadows across the garden are thriving with wildflowers, bulbs and wildlife, making you forget you're in the city. Specimen trees, some approaching 300 years old, are at home here with sprawling habits, alongside the timber greenhouse housing a succulent and cacti collection. A regal broad walk lined with London Planes offers unrivalled views of the Thames.

Head Gardener: Sean Harkin

Further information on London Gardens Trust Inventory

Visitor Information

Open: Sunday 13:00–17:00
Activities: Picnics allowed.
Entrance: Crown Office Row, via Tudor Street security gate or Middle Temple Lane.
Nearest postcode: EC4Y 7HL
Buses: 4, 11, 15, 23, 26, 63, 76, 100, 172, 388
Stations: Temple, Blackfriars
Cycle hire station: Temple Gardens (Map)
Toilets: Toilet on site
Access: Access via a level path with a couple of slight inclines.
Dogs: Working assistance dogs only
Conditions: Professional photography by prior arrangement.

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