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University College London, Front Quad (also known as Gower Gardens)

Introduction

The main buildings are ranged around the Front Quad, accessed via central entrance gates past the Front Lodge. The Front Quad is laid out as two lawns either side of a central path, in each an octagonal Observatory with domed lead roof and a number of mature trees.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

The site is accessible to visitors to UCL and students; has opened for OGSW and London Open House.

Directions

Tube: Euston Square (Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City), Goodge Street (Northern). Bus: 10, 18, 24, 30, 73, 134, 253

Owners

University College London

Features & Designations

Designations

  • Conservation Area

  • Reference: Bloomsbury
Key Information

Type

Garden

Purpose

Ornamental

Principal Building

Education

Survival

Extant

Open to the public

Yes

References

Contributors

  • London Parks and Gardens Trust