Coombe Wood

Coombe Wood features landscaped areas spanning 14.25 acres with formal gardens, woodland sections, and diverse plant collections arranged in distinct garden spaces.

The land belonged to Coombe House estate until 1898 when Arthur Lloyd constructed Coombe Wood House, which Croydon Council later purchased for £14,000.

The gardens incorporate multiple specialized sections, including a rose garden, winter garden with heathers, and mixed borders that showcase British gardening traditions.

Visitors can access the park daily from 8 AM on weekdays and 9 AM on weekends until dusk, with public transport available via bus routes 250 and 468.

Three historic water conduits once ran along the adjacent Conduit Lane, supplying water to the estate and giving the road its current name.

Location: London Borough of Croydon

Address: Coombe Road/Conduit Lane, Shirley, London, England CR0 5RE CR0 5RE CR0 5RE

Website: https://croydon.gov.uk/leisure/parksandopenspaces/parksatoz/coombe-wood

GPS coordinates: 51.36233,-0.06830

Latest update: March 9, 2025 03:38