Introduction
The burial ground was closed in 1814 when St John's Wood Burial Ground opened; it was laid out as a public recreation ground in 1885 and was opened in 1886 by Princess Louise. Most gravestones were removed although a fine C18th mausoleum in the south garden commemorates the wife of Richard Fitzpatrick.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Website
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/Access contact details
The gardens are open from 7am - dusk.
Directions
Tube: Baker Street (Bakerloo, Hammersmith & City, Circle, Metropolitan, Jubilee), Bond Street (Central, Jubilee). Bus: 18, 27, 30, 205, 453; 2,13,30,74,82,113,139,189,247
Owners
Westminster City Council
- Associated People
- Features & Designations
Designations
Conservation Area
- Reference: Portman Estate
Site of Local Importance for Nature Conservation
- Key Information
Type
Burial Ground
Purpose
Ornamental Garden
Principal Building
Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces
Survival
Extant
Hectares
1.15
Open to the public
Yes
- References
Contributors
London Parks and Gardens Trust