The Open Garden Weekend takes place all across the capital from Saturday 8th June - Sunday 9th June 2013. The weekend gives Londoners the chance to enjoy private gardens in the summer whilst enjoying the fine weather that is forecast.

The Open Garden Weekend is an annual event where private gardens, squares and parks all over London are made accessible to the general public. Garden enthusiasts have an opportunity to enjoy a selection of exclusive open spaces, including residential gardens, religious gardens, institution gardens and magnificent green spaces at museums and historic buildings.

Being in its 17th year, the Open Garden Weekend includes over 200 private squares, gardens and green spaces, a number of which are participating in the event for the first ever time. A wide range of plant life and flowers will be on display, open for viewing to horticultural enthusiasts in London. Visitors can expect to find hidden treasures in the heart of London in one of the biggest events of its kind.

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