🌿 Escape the City: London’s Secret Church Garden Oasis

Name: St Dunstan in the East Church Garden
Rating: 4.7

🕍 St Dunstan in the East Church Garden Tucked between the Tower of London and London Bridge, this hidden gem blends Gothic ruins, ivy-clad walls, and whispering fountains—a fairy-tale garden lost in time. 📜 A Tale of Resilience Built circa 1100, ravaged by the Great Fire of London (1666) and WWII bombings. 1967: The City of London transformed the ruins into a public garden (opened 1971). ✨ Why Visit? ✅ Gothic Ruins – Crumbling arches and stained-glass traces whisper medieval secrets. ✅ Nature’s Reclaim – Ivy swallows stone, flowers bloom where pews once stood. ✅ Tranquil Fountain – A gentle centerpiece in the old nave. Perfect for meditation or picnics. ✅ Photographer’s Dream – Play with light, shadow, and centuries of history. 📸 ℹ️ Practical Magic 💰 Free entry | ⏰ 8AM-7PM (approx.) 📍 St Dunstan's Hill, EC3R 5DD 🚇 Nearest Tube: Monument or Tower Hill #HiddenLondon #ChurchGarden #LondonWalks #UrbanOasis #CapybaraApproved