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The Bethlem Royal Hospital (also known as Wickham Park, Monks Orchard)

Introduction

There remain numerous specimen trees, beech-hedged garden areas to the west, notable limes in the park to the south, and horse chestnuts along Monks Orchard Road, which was once part of the estate. The site is fronted to Monks Orchard Road with railings, and to the north with extensive laurel and rhododendron.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

The site is open by appointment only.

Directions

Rail: Eden Park, West Wickham. Bus: 194, 356, 358, 119, 494 and 198

Owners

South London and Maudsley NHS Trust

History

Period

18th Century (1701 to 1800)

Features & Designations

Designations

  • Site of Local Importance for Nature Conservation

Key Information

Type

Garden

Purpose

Ornamental

Principal Building

Health And Welfare

Period

18th Century (1701 to 1800)

Survival

Extant

Hectares

30

Open to the public

Yes

References

Contributors

  • London Parks and Gardens Trust