St Mary's Secret Garden, Hoxton — Attraction in London

An oasis of calm in Haggerston, just off Kingsland Road, Hackney. An independent charity running this inner city garden; growing and selling plants, vegetables, honey and home-made preserves at reasonable prices. Open Monday to Friday, admission free.

Professionally staffed and supports, through Occupational Health, volunteers with learning difficulties.

Had the pleasure of volunteering here one Friday as part of my employer’s Corporate Social Responsibility programme - gardening, building closhes, clearing rubbish etc. - so great to see the employees and volunteers in action.

A great place to visit and a local charity...

Theme On Silence held at At St Mary's Secret Garden. It's a real community centre and garden. Lots of ideas on growing herbs, vegetables and flowers. There is a library in one of the sheds and bags of ideas for you to adapt for your own garden. There is a small kitchen and washroom facilities. It's a great place to hold an event such as a theme on Silence or Environmental issues. It's a living community with a...

I actually did my NVQ in Horticulture at this beautiful hidden gem. Tucked away among the concrete jungle of Haggerston is the Oasis of calm that is St. Mary's Secret Garden. Wandering pathways lead you through the intense planting. Find the sensory garden to experience the fragrances and touch of inspired planting in raised beds. They also have plants for sale and locally produced honey. Well...