Greater than 100 inexperienced areas that are usually off-limits to the general public will open their gates this summer season for a collection of walks and excursions.
The London Open Gardens Walks and Excursions programme kicks off this June, with 30 guided walks and two cycle excursions led by specialists working from June 7 to eight.
Uncover the roots of the rag commerce, comply with the path of The Nice Fireplace of London and discover African Caribbean historical past from the swish squares, gardens and rooftops that often lie beneath lock and key.
Designed for backyard lovers, historical past buffs and the curious of all ages, these excursions uncover secrets and techniques hidden behind tons of of the capital’s inexperienced areas.
Highlights embrace Gaining Greenspace, the place walkers will uncover the lesser recognized parks – from historical land to trendy microparks – of Kennington and Vauxhall, led by Peter Brown.
Meander by way of Southwark gardens and churchyards whereas uncovering forgotten tales from south of the river, or brush up in your Black Historical past with an interactive out of doors discuss exploring African- Caribbean historical past from historical Africa to Nelson Mandela and Black British Civil Rights.
Throughout the river, Stirring the Metropolis: Espresso and the Rise of London’s Energy, will take guests on a 90-minute stroll from the positioning of London’s first espresso home to discover the story of the recent drink that remodeled the capital.
Elsewhere, hint the route of the 1666 Nice Fireplace of London from Pudding Lane to Pye Nook.
Tea, muffins and varied different refreshments can be found at lots of the gardens — together with the prospect for a pleasant sit down. Some gardens additionally provide dwell music and the prospect to purchase produce.
From historic courtyards to rooftop oases, these hidden gems showcase the town’s verdant facet, usually hidden behind fences, gates and personal partitions.
London Open Gardens Chair Nathan Oley stated: “What higher method to have a good time our blooming metropolis, its historical past and backyard pioneers than to affix a tour of discovery which can assist to fund the safety of London’s inexperienced areas for future generations.
“London Open Gardens is a celebration of the capital’s inexperienced lungs and our charity’s dedication to guard them, and everyone seems to be welcome!”
London Open Gardens, now in its 26th yr, goals to encourage guests to know and shield the inexperienced heritage which has made London habitable all through historical past.
All proceeds from the weekend of out of doors actions will go in the direction of London Open Gardens, the charity which protects London’s parks and inexperienced areas.
The 30 guided walks and cycle excursions with specialists at the moment are out there to guide at londongardenstrust.org however locations are restricted and at all times promote out quick.
Tickets are priced from £10 to £24 with youngsters going free. Full particulars of every guided stroll might be discovered right here.
Pictured high: Uncover the hidden gardens of Bankside at London Open Gardens 2025 (Image: Diana Jarvis)
