Evelyn Gardens, Garden square in Chelsea, London, United Kingdom.
Description
Evelyn Gardens is a private garden square with winding pathways and planted areas enclosed by Victorian terraced houses. These brick buildings line the perimeter in the Chelsea area north of Fulham Road.
History
The land originally belonged to Sir Charles James Freake, and his widow partnered with banker Charles Townshend Murdoch to develop it after 1884. Most structures were built during the 1890s in response to growing demand for residential properties.
Culture
The garden serves as a private retreat for nearby residents who share responsibility for its upkeep through a formal committee. Local people gather here for quiet moments away from the busy streets around it.
Practical
The square is private property accessible mainly to residents and their guests, so casual visitors may find entry restricted. It sits in a walkable neighborhood with shops and transport links nearby on Fulham Road.
Did you know?
Vernon Kell, the first head of the British intelligence service MI5, lived here during his long career from 1909 onwards. Charles Digby Harrod, founder of the famous department store, also called this square home.
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