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40 Chartfield Avenue

Famous for its Mediterranean feel, this layered garden features clipped hedges, topiary, and pleached hornbeam on the terrace, contrasting with a riot of grasses and perennials around the main circular pathway. Tumbling climbers cover pergolas, with vast borders and shady seating areas. 15 yrs in the making, with over 30 new trees, it is particularly delightful in spring and autumn.

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40 Chartfield Avenue
40 Chartfield Avenue
40 Chartfield Avenue
40 Chartfield Avenue
40 Chartfield Avenue
40 Chartfield Avenue
40 Chartfield Avenue
40 Chartfield Avenue
40 Chartfield Avenue
40 Chartfield Avenue

About 40 Chartfield Avenue

If you would like to see a sunny garden built from scratch on a sloping site then please do come and visit.

Taking inspiration from the borrowed landscape, the garden is planted with swathes of perennials in deep beds around a circular lawn interspersed with structural evergreens to create a contrast with the naturalistic habitat.

A tighter treatment can be seen around the terrace with repeating forms adding unity and gravitas. The kitchen garden is a developing addition along with the gravel garden and pergola.

There are several sheltered seating areas, some are under the trees planted 15 years ago. In total we have planted 30 new trees. A particular delight are the two gleditsia trees now several metres tall in their shimmering glory.

Featured in the TV programme ‘Under the Roses’ alongside other NGS gardens.

Tea, cake and music on the terrace. Easy parking and good transport links. Combined opening with 39 Hazlewell Road (2 minute walk).

40 Chartfield Avenue features

Location details

40 Chartfield Avenue,
Putney,
London,
SW15 6HG

Directions to 40 Chartfield Avenue
10 min walk from Putney train stn & 15 mins from East Putney tube stn. Buses: 14, 37, 39, 85, & 93 stop at end of Chartfield Ave on Putney Hill. Some free parking at weekends.

40 Chartfield Avenue openings

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from April to November.

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

Refreshments Refreshments on request.

Accessibility

  • Gravel paths to the garden.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at 40 Chartfield Avenue at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at 40 Chartfield Avenue. 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 40 Chartfield Avenue, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, 40 Chartfield Avenue does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. 40 Chartfield Avenue 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.