Holland Park opened in 1952 on what remained of the grounds of Holland House. The rest of the land had been sold off at the end of the 19th century to build large houses and terraces to the north and west.The woods and formal gardens of the park surround the reconstructed Jacobean Holland House. Some of the formal gardens laid out around the house have survived from the early 19th century.Today notable features include the Kyoto Japanese Garden, laid out for the 1991 London Festival of Japan, rose gardens, woodland, a wildlife pond and ecology centre. The park’s abundant wildlife includes tame rabbits, squirrels and peacocks.
Space to Visit
Open spaces available to the public as destinations for leisure, activities and community engagement
Holland Park
Borough: Kensington and Chelsea
Space type: Park
Area: 21.14 ha
Address: Ilchester Place, W8 6LU
Opening Times
Daily from 7.30am to 30 minutes before dusk.Check with site manager before visiting.
Facilities
All weather playing pitch; Art gallery; Car parking; Changing rooms; Cricket pitch; Disabled facilities; Dog litter bins/area; Historic features; Information; Junior playing pitch; Litter bins; Play for 7-13; Play for over 13s; Play for under 7s; PlayingOwner
Royal Borough of Kensington and ChelseaManager
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Holland Park Japanese Garden © Julie Cox
Holland Park Japanese Garden © Julie Cox
Holland Park Pond © Julie Cox
Holland Park Woods © Julie Cox
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