Garden at Buckingham Palace

The Garden at Buckingham Palace is a private grounds space comprising about 39 acres, featuring numerous mature trees, diverse wild plants, and a lake that functions as a self-contained ecosystem. The terrain includes distinct planting zones and open areas that together form a cohesive natural space within the royal residence.

In 1608, King James I planted mulberry trees on this site as part of an attempt to support silk production. Later, the land became incorporated into the royal residence and evolved into a major private garden space.

The garden hosts annual Royal Garden Parties where guests from various backgrounds gather to celebrate public service, creating a rare occasion when people experience this private space together.

The garden opens to visitors during summer palace openings; you follow a marked route from the palace through the grounds to an exit point. Comfortable footwear is advisable as you will walk through different parts of the landscape.

The grounds maintain a national collection of over 40 different mulberry tree varieties, carefully preserved since the year 2000. This collection quietly revives the original vision of King James I from centuries earlier.

Location: City of Westminster

GPS coordinates: 51.50100,-0.14600

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:54