METROPOLITAN PUBLIC GARDENS ASSOCIATION

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Bankside Open Spaces Trust - works in the area south from the Thames to ensure that local needs are met for parks, gardens, the streetscape and the wider shared environment.


Chelsea Physic Garden - founded in 1673 by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries and situated in the heart of London, this 'secret garden' is a centre of education, beauty and relaxation.


City of London - owns and manages over 10,000 acres of parks and open spaces in and around London - find out more about your nearest open space.


The Federation of City Farms and Community Gardens - exists to support, represent and promote community-managed farms and gardens across the UK.


London 21 Sustainability Network - promotes, supports and networks community-based initiatives for a greener, healthier and more sustainable Greater London


London in Bloom - promotes, supports and encourages gardening, horticulture and environmental sustainability across the 31 boroughs and two cities of Greater London.


The London Children's Flower Society - organises gardening competitions and supplies spring flowering bulbs, summer seeds and pots to over 200 Primary schools in London.  They are involved in a joint project with MPGA "Planting in the Playground", to promote the growing of vegetables in containers and raised flower beds.


London Parks & Gardens Trust - promotes the arts and sciences of historic garden land and preserves, enhances and re-creates historic garden land in and around London, for the education and enjoyment of the public.


Marcus Beale Architects - an architecture practice based in London. MBA apply principles of conservation, sustainability and listening to create new lively environments over a wide range of building types, energy efficient and popular in use. Awarded the London Spade 2000 for Innovation in Public Garden Design for Christ Church Gardens, Southwark.


Museum of Garden History - The first museum dedicated to the history of gardens and gardening - the Museum runs events and offers information on plants and garden history.


National Gardens Scheme - sponsors of the NGS Yellow Book. Gardens open for Charity - have a great day out visiting gardens in your area.


Open Garden Squares Weekend - the one weekend in the year when you can visit gardens in London not usually open to the public and discover gardens you didn't know existed.