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24 Grove Park

An inspiring exotic jungle of lush, big leafed plants and Southeast Asian influences transport you to the tropics. Huge hidden garden created from derelict land that had been the bottom halves of two neighbouring gardens gives the wow factor and unexpected size. Lawn and lots of hidden corners give spaces to sit and enjoy. Renowned for delicious home-made cake and plant sale.

Owner Info

  • Clive Pankhurst
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park
24 Grove Park

About 24 Grove Park

An exotic garden full of the exuberance of late summer, inspired by travel in Southeast Asia. A lush and naturalistic jungle of big leafed plants, bold colours and shapes including cannas, bananas, bamboos, dahlias, mature tetrapanax and towering paulownias.

Huge ‘hidden’ garden, created in 2010 from buying derelict land which had been the bottom halves of two neighbour’s gardens gives the garden an unexpected size. Three ponds, a productive area and contemporary sunken terrace full of pampered prized plants.

We deliver on the ‘wow’ factor with visitors being surprised by the scale of the garden and getting lost in the exotica. The garden changes and improves every year as the plants grow bigger and the feel gets ‘junglier’.

Since first opening for the NGS in 2011 the garden has changed radically. At that time the top garden was still partially derelict and being cleared. Planting was mostly annuals and pumpkins! It took a year to clear the rubble, brambles and hops. We filled 5 skips with rubble and broke 20 spades and forks in the process. Many visitors have kept coming back to see the transformation.

The lower lawn has lots of seating (30+) and hidden corners give space to sit and enjoy. Renowned for good teas and home-made cakes.

Last admission at 4:30.

Website:

https://www.alternative-planting.blogspot.com

24 Grove Park features

Location details

24 Grove Park,
Camberwell,
London,
SE5 8LH

Directions to 24 Grove Park
Chadwick Rd end of Grove Park. Peckham Rye or Denmark Hill Stns, both 10 min walk. Good street parking.

24 Grove Park openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

Accessibility

  • Sadly we are not wheelchair accessible. The garden is on a slight slope with some steps. Some paths are uneven and made of wood chip or gravel.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at 24 Grove Park at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at 24 Grove Park. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at 24 Grove Park, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, 24 Grove Park does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. 24 Grove Park 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.