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100 Downham Road

Versatile double width garden evolved over 47 yrs by the same couple. Features inc a pond with a bridge, two green roofs, a dry garden and raised beds with bulbs and perennials. Secluded seating areas dotted around constructed by the owner himself.

Owner Info

  • Ms Cecilia Darker
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About 100 Downham Road

Entrance is by the side door with 4 steps down leading through the tea area into the 75 x 35ft. garden. Brick steps lead up to a paved area and on to a central lawn. To the left is a rock garden, a mature acer and tall cypress with floating seat. Opposite is an iris filled pond with a ‘Monet’ bridge, handmade by the owner who has also constructed a garden swing seat and some seating at the far end from recycled floorboards. Ahead is the dry garden with a pencil pine, cardoons, a lavender hedge and various Mediterranean plants. It is contained by a path featuring a large bug hotel leading to a paved firepit and art exhibition area at the far end. Flower beds abound on all sides.

The open lawn along with the secluded corners have made it a popular spot for concerts, weddings, and all manner of charity events and parties over the years.

100 Downham Road features

Location details

100 Downham Road,
Hackney,
London,
N1 5BE

Directions to 100 Downham Road
At the Xrds of Southgate Rd & Downham Rd, go E. 100 Downham Rd is the 4th house down with wisteria surrounding purple front door. LTNs operate in this area.

100 Downham Road openings

A group opening is when a number of gardens open together on the same day.

Admission Adult: £12.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-18:00

Accessibility

  • No information available at this time, please get in touch with the owners for details.
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FAQs

Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at 100 Downham Road at this time.

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at 100 Downham Road, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, 100 Downham Road does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. 100 Downham Road seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.