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Wakefield Gardens

Introduction

The site is in front of Tower Hill underground station, which was adapted from a 1961 office building in 1967. The garden contains a large sundial commissioned by London Underground Ltd and unveiled by Denis Tunnicliffe on 3 August 1992, designed by John Chitty; Edwin Russell made the bronze relief panels, which provide a history of the area.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

Opening is unrestricted.

Directions

Tube: Tower Hill (District, Circle). DLR: Tower Gateway

Owners

LB Tower Hamlets

Key Information

Type

Park

Purpose

Ornamental

Principal Building

Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces

Survival

Extant

Open to the public

Yes

References

Contributors

  • London Parks and Gardens Trust