Introduction
The workhouse garden was originally used for growing fruit and vegetables, and later became a display area for the Museum. Following a restoration programme it has been recreated in the style of an C18th workhouse kitchen garden.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
The gardens are open Wed-Sun 10am-5pm. Pre-booked groups and school visits welcome on Tuesdays (020 8496 4381).
Directions
Tube: Walthamstow Central (Victoria). Rail: Walthamstow Central. Bus: W12
Owners
LB Waltham Forest
- History
Period
- 20th Century (1901 to 2000)
- Early 20th Century (1901 to 1932)
- Features & Designations
Designations
Conservation Area
- Reference: Walthamstow Village
- Key Information
Type
Garden
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces
Period
20th Century (1901 to 2000)
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
- References
Contributors
London Parks and Gardens Trust