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21 Arlington Square

A relaxed, wildlife friendly garden, the opposite of city chic. Evolved through yrs of time-poor management and a yearning for a rural retreat in town. Hence the unplanned assortment of flowers and shrubs, some probably regarded as weeds by fussier gardeners. Frogs love the pond and birds consider the untidy climbers on the high walls their home.

Owner Info

  • Alison Rice
21 Arlington Square
21 Arlington Square
21 Arlington Square
21 Arlington Square
21 Arlington Square
21 Arlington Square
21 Arlington Square
21 Arlington Square
21 Arlington Square
21 Arlington Square
21 Arlington Square
21 Arlington Square

About 21 Arlington Square

The pond is home to some minnows and an army of frogs. The plant-covered walls are favoured by nesting great and blue tits, sparrows, wrens, robins and blackbirds. The flower beds have been built up over the years using mainly home-made compost and leaf mould, and the bricks holding back the earth and the York stone were reclaimed from skips and from friends. The rust and black spot on the roses demonstrate this is an organic garden.

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Organic. A pond with an army of frogs and some minnows.

21 Arlington Square features

  • Cashless
  • Cottage Garden
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

21 Arlington Square,
London,
N1 7DR

Directions to 21 Arlington Square
LTNs operate in this area.

21 Arlington Square openings

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

Refreshments Home-made teas in Arlington Square.
Admission Adult: £10.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:30

Accessibility

  • Access is down a narrow flight of steps.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at 21 Arlington Square 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, 21 Arlington Square does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. 21 Arlington Square 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.