Parks and Gardens UK

Site is open to the public. Opening may be limited, please check Visitor Information for any restrictions.

Part/component area of: Cambridge University Botanic Garden

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Brief description of site

The rock gardens contain a wide variety of plants from around the world which are grouped according to geographical locations and soil preference.

Brief history of site

The rock gardens were designed and laid out between 1954 and 1957.

Location information:

Locality: Cambridge

Local Authorities:

Cambridgeshire; Cambridge

Historical County: Cambridgeshire

OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: 154 Grid Ref: TL455572
Latitude: 52.19384 Longitude: 0.1272767

Key information:

Form of site: garden

Purpose of site: botanic garden

Plant type/environment: rock garden

Site first created: 1954 to 1957

Main period of development: Mid 20th century

Survival: Extant

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