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Lambeth Palace

Lambeth Palace has one of the oldest and largest private gardens in London. It has been occupied by Archbishops of Canterbury since 1197. Formal courtyard boasts historic White Marseilles fig planted in 1556. Parkland style garden features mature trees, woodland and native planting. There is a formal rose terrace, summer gravel border, scented chapel garden and active beehives.

Owner Info

  • The Church Commissioners
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About Lambeth Palace

Lambeth Palace has one of the oldest and largest private gardens in London. It has been occupied by Archbishops of Canterbury since 1197. Formal courtyard boasts historic White Marseilles fig planted in 1556. Parkland style garden features mature trees, woodland and native planting. There is a formal rose terrace, summer gravel border, scented chapel garden and active beehives.

Please note: Gates will open at 5pm, last entry is 7pm and garden closes at 8pm. Garden Tours will be available.

Website:

https://www.archbishopofcanterbury.org

Lambeth Palace features

  • Cashless
  • Dog friendly
  • Historical Garden
  • Picnics
  • Plants for sale
  • Refreshments
  • Roses
  • Wheelchair access

Location details

Lambeth Palace,
near Salisbury,
London,
SE1 7JU

Directions to Lambeth Palace
Station: Waterloo. Tube: Westminster, Vauxhall all 10 min walk. Buses: 3, C10, 77, 344, 507.

Lambeth Palace 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 Wine.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 17:00-20:00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access with ramped path to rose terrace. Disabled WC.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Lambeth Palace at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at  Lambeth Palace. 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  Lambeth Palace, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Lambeth Palace are accessible to wheelchair users.

Lambeth Palace is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.