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1A Primrose Gardens

Hidden oasis in the heart of Belsize Park, cool and relaxing. Planted with various microclimates owing to surrounding buildings, limited sun and desire for privacy. Mirrors help create sense of intrigue. An oasis of calm, it features grasses, perennial borders and a water feature in a sunny spot while shade loving species reside elsewhere.

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1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens
1A Primrose Gardens

About 1A Primrose Gardens

Walk through a shady side return into a calm, cool oasis with a variety of borders and spaces, some sun but mostly shade. Planted in accordance with several microclimates generated by surrounding buildings and limited sun, garden is based on structure of green textures year round with backdrop of relaxing purple and whites, climaxing in russet to orange in late summer. Mirrors create sense of intrigue and reflect light. Garden features grasses, wild ginger and water fountain in sunniest spot, while shade loving species, especially many varieties of ferns elsewhere. Central orb of lawn brings it all together for play and relaxation. Mature species trees in include productive fig and plum; while sedum and wild flowers on the rooftop attracts bees and butterflies.
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Bird friendly with a sedum rooftop attracting bees and butterflies.

1A Primrose Gardens features

  • Cashless
  • Groups Welcome
  • Refreshments
  • Town Garden
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

1A Primrose Gardens,
Hampstead,
London,
NW3 4UJ

Directions to 1A Primrose Gardens
Convenient from Belsize & Chalk Farm Tube Stns (5 mins) or Swiss Cottage (12 mins). Also buses, 168, 268 & C11. Free parking on Suns.

1A Primrose Gardens openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Light refreshments.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Light refreshments.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:30

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 13 May to 29 September for groups of between 10 and 35.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Admission Adult: £12.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

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

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at 1A Primrose Gardens at this time.

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

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Sorry, 1A Primrose Gardens does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. 1A Primrose Gardens 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.