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Tate Modern

Tate Modern Community Garden

A place for local residents to have some quiet time and explore wildlife

Tate Modern, Bankside, London SE1 9TG
Photograph of a lots of wild flowers in a garden with people standing in it

The Community Garden was created in 2006 with artist Michèle Fuirer and members of the local community. The garden has a pond, orchard, herb planters and flower beds. The furniture was made by local designers using recycled material. There are also mulch boxes for compostable food and plant waste. The garden is a peaceful space in which local residents can explore nature and connect with their neighbours.

Become a Friend of the Garden

The Community Garden is for people who live locally in SE1 with limited access to outdoor space. Local residents can become a Friend of the Garden by emailing community@tate.org.uk.

If you would like to help with gardening, you can contact Bankside Open Spaces Trust by emailing info@bost.org.uk.

Please take care

There is an unfenced pond in this garden. Parents and guardians are responsible for their children’s safety and should ensure that they are closely supervised at all times.

Garden Guidelines

  • Respect the space and the rights of others to quiet contemplation
  • Please close the gate firmly behind you when entering and exiting the garden
  • Take your litter home
  • Pets, other than assistance animals, should always remain on a leash
  • Do not disturb or remove any wildlife
  • Herbs and seasonal fruits are to be harvested at community events only
  • Damage or other concerns can be reported to community@tate.org.uk
  • Urgent matters can be reported via the gate intercom which is staffed by Tate security

The Community Garden is managed by Tate Modern, with Bankside Open Spaces Trust. Funded by Tate. Previously supported by Better Bankside; Metropolitan Gardens Association; Jubilee Walkway Trust; Goldman Sachs and Southwark Cathedral.

Admission information

The garden is open to local residents who live in Southwark within walking distance of the gallery

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Tate Modern
Bankside
London SE1 9TG
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