Last weekend I happened to be in Greenwich, and wandered over to check out this floating urban farm. It was a hot day and when I arrived hot and bothered, the plants strewn around the connecting jetty to Farmopolis seemed to find themselves in a similar state. Someone was tending to them though and dousing them with cool water from a garden hose.
I wandered around smelling the roses and other pretty flowers. Apparently the plants were 'rescued' from the RHS Chelsea flower show and are now looking for new homes.
There was a massage corner, where you could relax for either 10 or 15 minutes of muscular bliss. There was also a stage area where free and paid events such as yoga, theatre workshops and craft making sessions are held. When I was there, there was a yoga stretching class and I watched a group of children make paper flowers, which seemed to be a lot of fun.
Most of the space, however is taken up by the cafe, which I thought kind of defeated the idea of the urban garden. I was expecting the entire jetty to be, well, more farmy I guess. Although from what I keep reading, there are plans to expand the space and keep it around for a bit longer.
The food on the menu sounded great, but the heat had made me thirsty and not so much hungry. I settled for a glass of iced Earl Grey tea and found a table in the shade. The river breeze was lovely and the views of the Thames calming. Behind me, the building of flats was not quite finished, but I was already jealous of the people that will eventually move in. They will have this serene bit of space right on their doorstep.
It looks like a lovely place, I have a weakness for tea and flowers... together is heaven! Tammy x
ReplyDeleteooo, you will absolutely love this place then. Lots of those there.
DeleteAh this is on my list of places to visit soon!
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I have heard they're sticking around a bit longer than planned.
DeleteWhat a really lovely place to visit, it is rare I venture south of the river x
ReplyDeleteOh you should come south a bit more, lots of cool stuff to see here. ;-)
DeleteNice shots and cool places. You're making me miss London right now :)
ReplyDeleteLondon is a great place for stuff like this. Glad to be able to call it home.
DeleteWhat a lovely idea, a pop up garden! It looks like a great place to relax
ReplyDeleteIt was so nice and relaxing to be there. I do hope they'll stay and expand.
DeleteLooks like such a nice place, there's always something unusual going on in London x
ReplyDeleteI know, that is why I love living here so much, :-)
DeleteThat looks like the perfect place to relax with a cup of tea, all those lovely flowers.
ReplyDeleteI think it would also be lovely for a dinner or an evening cocktail.
DeleteWhat a pretty place and that cafe looks like such a great spot, especially in summer!
ReplyDeleteLaura x
That is exactly what I thought. Amazing place for a summer drink.
DeleteOh wow, what a beautiful space! I love places like this, I would love to visit. Kaz x
ReplyDeleteIt's lovely isn't it and so worth a visit if you can make it there this summer.
DeleteThis looks like such a relaxing tranquil place in the middle of a busy urban area. Love it!
ReplyDeleteAh it is so nice and tranquil there. Loved it.
DeleteIve heard of these "urban" farms popping up all over London. It's such a great way to introduce kids and adults to horticulture who live in the city. Love that some flowers were "rescued" from the Chelsea flower show, that made me chuckle! Brilliant post and gorgeous photos!
ReplyDeleteI know. City kids can appreciate all the stuff they're missing from living away from the country side this way. Really love the concept.
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