Regent’s Park & Primrose Hill. Image credit: HTA Design LLP
Following the approval of planning permission, work is now underway to transform a disused plant nursery in the heart of The Regent’s Park into a two-acre garden, to commemorate the life of Queen Elizabeth II.
The project has been supported by London Parks and Gardens and is due to open in 2026, to mark what would have been the late Queen’s centenary year.
The garden will complement nearby historic gardens within the park, drawing inspiration from their design principles while introducing innovative sustainability practices. Key features of the garden will include a circular pond enhancing wildlife habitats, a central promenade with an accessible platform over the pond, and a vibrant flower garden showcasing species significant to the late Queen such as the specially bred Narcissus ‘Diamond Jubilee’, Tulipa ‘Royal Celebration’ and her favourite plants like lily of the valley.
It is hoped that the new garden will significantly boost biodiversity in the park and will feature diverse habitats such as nectar-rich planting, meadows, woodlands, and hedgerows with climate-resilient plants to attract wildlife, such as invertebrates and pollinators.
Public engagement sessions were held in January to gather the views of local communities about the new garden. The response was overwhelmingly positive, with strong enthusiasm for the design, particularly its sustainable ethos. Many attendees expressed that the garden offers opportunities for peace, tranquillity, and connection with nature. Almost all participants intend to visit the garden, with the majority planning to visit more than once a year.
We look forward to visiting when it opens!
For more information about the project visit the Royal Parks website: A garden to commemorate the life of Queen Elizabeth II | The Royal Parks
