Local parks and open spaces

Chelsea Embankment Gardens

Chelsea Embankment Gardens are situated at the feet of the bridges along the busy Chelsea Embankment. The gardens contain spring and summer bedding, trees, shrubs and grass areas.

The bridge gardens provide pleasing surroundings whilst walking alongside the Thames.

In the nearby St Thomas More Gardens, there is a statue of St Thomas More, near the Chelsea Embankment Gardens outside Chelsea Old Church.

Accessible entrance

Level access to the park can be found at:

  • Chelsea Embankment

Facilities

  • Seating

Park rules

Our park rules include:

  • barbecues are not permitted in the park
  • events and professional photography need permission
  • no cycling in the park

Find further information about our Park rules.  

History

The Thames Embankment was created by Sir Joseph Bazalgette from 1869 to 1874. These small gardens were created after the embankment. Lieutenant Col Sir James MacNaughton Hogg opened the Chelsea Embankment in May 1874. 

Contact us

The Stable Yard
Holland Park
Ilchester Place
London
W8 6LU

Last updated: 12 August 2025