Christ Church Gardens
A plan of the garden. Blackfriars Road is to the east, running north south
The garden has within its boundaries distinct areas each of a different character, based on the micro climate and the connections to the city beyond. Important pedestrian routes lead to and through the site, but it is also a place of arrival, a ‘green oasis’.
North of the church the paving is cut at a diagonal to link Rennie Street and Blackfriars Road, and a sun garden is created for lunchtime enjoyment.
East, facing busy Blackfriars Road a stone forecourt is flanked by flower beds framing the church tower.
South of the church is a contemplative garden, under the canopy of London plane trees, is separated by a low holly hedge. In the southern corner of this space is the brightly coloured children’s play area.
South west is a beer garden, where pergolas of hops shade trestle tables - you can drink beer under a canopy of hop leaves in the centre of London.
The western edge of the garden is formed by a scented herb bed curling around the Listed water fountain which was refurbished and made operational as part of the works.
