Chiswick House, Kitchen Garden, Hounslow, England
Record Id: 6886
Site is open to the public. Opening may be limited, please check Visitor Information for any restrictions.
Part/component area of: Chiswick House
Brief description of site
The Chiswick House Kitchen Garden exists today as a teaching and learning centre for school children and families. The emphasis is on involving visitors in planting and growing food.
Brief history of site
The Chiswick House Kitchen Garden was created in 1683 and originally formed part of the property of Sir Stephen Fox, Paymaster General to the Armed Forces, neighbour to Lord Burlington at Chiswick House, and boss of Samuel Pepys.
Location information:
Address: Chiswick House, Burlington Lane, London , W4 2RP
Locality: Hounslow
Local Authorities:
Greater London; Hounslow
Historical County: Middlesex
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 176 | Grid Ref: | TQ210777 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude: | 51.48532 | Longitude: | -0.2587469 |
Directions:
Signposted from A4/A316 junction. Chiswick station. Turnham Green tube station (District line).
Key information:
Form of site: walled garden
Purpose of site: Educational
Plant type/environment: walled garden
Site first created: 1683
Main period of development: 17th century
Survival: Extant
Site Size (Hectares): 2.5
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