Introduction
The section of the route through Islington is formed into a series of linear parks, preserved as a nature trail, although the continuous stretch of water in these gardens is actually formed by ponds landscaped to resemble the former river. Astey's Row Rock Gardens are at the southern end of the New River Walk where the river had been enclosed in pipes in 1892-93 when the area was built over. In the 1950s the pipes were removed and the rock gardens laid out by Vanstone's of Much Hadham. Additional re-landscaping took place in 1996-98, and the gardens were re-opened by Princess Alexandra on 18 June 1998.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Telephone
01793 445050Access contact details
The park is open from 8am - dusk.
Directions
Rail: Essex Road. London Overground: Canonbury. Rail/London Overground/Tube (Victoria): Highbury & Islington. Bus: 4, 19, 30, 38, 43, 56, 73, 271, 277, 341, 390, 476
Owners
LB Islington
- Features & Designations
Designations
Conservation Area
- Reference: Canonbury
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: Watchman's Hut. LB: Nos. 1 - 30 Canonbury Grove; 2 bollards at 20 Astey's Row; railings west of junction with Astey's Row
- Grade: II
Site of Local Importance for Nature Conservation
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Recreational/sport
Principal Building
Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces
Survival
Extant
Hectares
2.09
Open to the public
Yes