Quaker Gardens, Islington, Historic garden and cemetery in Islington, England.
The garden contains mature plane trees, monuments, and dedicated spaces for recreational activities across its 0.19 hectares of green space.
Established in 1661 as London's first Quaker-owned freehold property, the burial ground received 1,177 victims of the Great Plague in 1665-1666.
The gardens maintain a horticultural therapy program through the Quakers' Horticultural Project, promoting community engagement and personal development.
Located near the boundary with the City of London, the gardens remain open to visitors from 8 AM until dusk under LB Islington management.
Among the 12,000 burials completed by 1855, the only marked grave belonged to George Fox, indicated by a small tablet inscribed with 'G.F.'.
Location: London Borough of Islington
Inception: 1661
GPS coordinates: 51.52367,-0.09105
Latest update: March 7, 2025 05:15
Monument To Dan Taylor, Middle Enclosure
134 m
Monument To John Rippon, South Enclosure
98 m
Monument To Samuel Favell, North Section
121 m
Monument To Joseph Hart, North Section
124 m
Monument To Edward Pickard, South Enclosure
120 m
Monument To Lady Agnes Erskine, North Section
122 m
Monument To Elizabeth Esdaile, West Enclosure
98 m
Monument To Mary Page, Central Broadwalk
123 m
Monument To David Nasmith, South Enclosure
91 m
Monument To Joseph Ivimey, South Enclosure
102 m
Monument To John Conder, North Section
119 m
Monument To Samuel Stennett, West Enclosure
103 m
Monument to Thomas Bayes and Family
136 m
Monument To Joseph Watts, Middle Enclosure
133 m
Monument To William Broadfoot, West Enclosure
81 m
Monument To Alexander Henry And Family, South Enclosure
126 m
Monument To Andrew Kippis, West Enclosure
97 m
Monument To Ann Davis, West Enclosure
101 m
Monument To Thomas Bradbury, West Enclosure
99 m
Monument To John Gill, South Enclosure
106 m
Monument To Alexander And Mary Waugh, North Section
117 m
Monument To Theophilus And Hannah Lindsey, Thomas Belsham And Elizabeth Raynor, North Section
123 m
Monument To William Shrubsole, North Section
119 m
Monument To Elizabeth Stiff And Others, West Enclosure
101 m
Pottenger Family Monument, South Enclosure
121 m
Chest Tomb With Volutes, South Enclosure
112 m
Monument To Mary Benson And Adjoining Headstone, West Enclosure
115 m
Group Of Five Chest Tombs, West Enclosure
84 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes