Set high up on the roof of a seven story building the roof gardens in kensington is a fabulous place to escape from the crowds and chaos of london at street level.
Fireworks kensington roof gardens.
The gardens have been owned by richard branson s virgin group since 1981.
Kensington roof gardens one of london s best known party venues is set to reopen as a world class restaurant or members club by early 2020.
Walk among mediterranean trees of the spanish gardens mingle with the resident birds in the english woodland garden and find shade under the parasols in the tudor garden.
At 1 5 acres kensington roof gardens is the largest roof garden in the whole of europe.
Set amidst 1 5 acres of stunning rooftop gardens 100 feet above kensington high street there s no better place to celebrate the weekend.
With three themed gardens 70 full size trees a flowing stream stocked with fish and the venue s resident flamingos bill ben splosh and pecks kensington roof garden is perfect for those looking to add a touch of flair to their events.
Virgin limited edition occupied the roof gardens as a tenant from 1981 2018.
The roof gardens private members club is as glamorous as it comes.
It played a key part in the london nightlife scene showcasing top djs and live musical talent from across the decades as well as hosting numerous events showbiz parties award ceremonies weddings and dinners in its award winning restaurant babylon.
Currently on hiatus though open occasionally for events is the kensington roof gardens one of london s original and most enchanting examples of sky gardening.
When billionaire richard branson decided that he couldn t afford the bills any more the waning club and restaurant shut shop but we hear that a new tenant.