A local event celebrating wildlife and the green-fingered creativity of Walthamstow.
Returning for a memorable weekend, 13-14 June 2026.
Plan your visit with the interactive Google Map, or download the PDF map. Printed maps will be available at all Open Gardens to grab at your first stop!
Please check individual opening times, as some gardens are open on Saturday or Sunday only, and some across both days.
Gardens marked as Event Sites are also part of the Walthamstow Art Trail, or include special activities such as plant sales and Sound baths
Sound baths are taking place over the weekend and can be booked in advance with Frequency Diagnostics HERE
Most importantly, enjoy exploring at your own pace. Wander between gardens, meet the people behind them, discover new corners of Walthamstow, and take time to enjoy the creativity, planting, wildlife and community spirit on show.
E17 Open Gardens is a community-led event where local people open their garden gates and invite others in.
Opening your garden is a way to come together as a community. Whether it’s an improvised or evolving space that welcomes birds, insects and pollinators, a community or school garden, or the home garden of a practising designer, taking part is a chance to share what you’ve learned and inspire others.
E17 Open Gardens highlights the quiet work happening across Walthamstow to support wildlife and make our neighbourhood greener.
Returning after a successful first year, this edition is extra special. E17 Open Gardens coincides with the final weekend of the Walthamstow Art Trail, bringing even more buzz, visitors and creative energy to the neighbourhood.
Expect a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, and gardens full of conversation and discovery. With events, workshops and ‘meet the gardener’ opportunities returning, it’s as much about the experience as it is about plants.
We’ve gathered a wide mix of gardens: improvised and evolving spaces, big and small, finished and in progress. Come and explore!
The event is organised by Fourfold Design, with support from V17 Walthamstow Village Residents Association, Village in Bloom and local volunteers.
Explore the full gallery of photos from 2025 HERE
Contact Jackie if you have any ideas or questions about the event. E17opengardens@gmail.com