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66 Abbots Gardens

Combination of grass and glass with a calm dramatic atmosphere. Mosaics surround a water feature, home to fish. Fused glass amphorae, feathers and leaves catch the eye amongst grasses, ornamental shrubs and perennials. Rose bedecked archway leads to quiet space with vegetable plot, silver birches and slate pebble fountain.

Owner Info

  • Stephen & Ruth Kersley
66 Abbots Gardens
66 Abbots Gardens
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66 Abbots Gardens
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66 Abbots Gardens
66 Abbots Gardens
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66 Abbots Gardens
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66 Abbots Gardens

About 66 Abbots Gardens

Evolved from a complementary harmonious combination of garden design and artefacts: Stephen studied at Capel Manor and Ruth is a stained glass and mosaic artist. This garden was inspired by the innovatory design philosophy of Thomas Church (1902-1978) and has been created for tranquility and year-round interest using plant form, texture, a restricted colour palette and a strong asymmetrical geometry to create a calming yet dramatic environment. South facing (20mx10m) gently undulating main lawn, surrounded by grasses, herbaceous, perennials, ornamental shrubs and trees. Fused glass amphorae and feathers catch the eye amongst the plants whilst a mosaic forms the backdrop to the main water feature. A rose bedecked archway leads to a quiet and secluded area with discreet vegetable plot, silver birches and a second gentle water feature with seating area. Circular front lawn is enclosed by grasses, herbaceous, shrubs and arched hedge. ‘Guerilla planting’ in the public space along the pavement outside and beyond creates a borrowed landscape with all year interest.

Additional Media Coverage
Featured in Garden Answers (Nov 2015), Garden News (Apr 2015 & Dec 2018). Silver winner of London Garden Society Competition 2021: small front & back garden. Garden Display in a Public Space: Silver Gilt 2021, Finalist 2020 & 2022
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Location details

66 Abbots Gardens,
East Finchley,
London,
N2 0JH

Directions to 66 Abbots Gardens
8 min walk from rear exit of East Finchley Tube (Northern Line), take Causeway to East End Rd, 2nd L into Abbots Gardens. Buses: 143 stops at Abbotts Gardens, 102, 263 & 234 all go to High Rd.

66 Abbots Gardens openings

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

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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at 66 Abbots 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, 66 Abbots Gardens does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

66 Abbots Gardens is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.