First look at new garden to commemorate the life of Queen Elizabeth II

The garden will transform a disused plant nursery into a two-acre garden, to celebrate her late Majesty.

The new garden will be located in the heart of central London park, tucked behind the Espresso Bar on the Broad Walk, and metres away from the Avenue Gardens.

CGI images have been released to show how the garden, designed by HTA Design, might look when completed.

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The regenerated plot will open in 2026, marking what would have been the late Queen’s centenary year.

Key features of the garden, which will complement other historic gardens in the park, will include a circular pond and a central promenade with an accessible platform over the pond.

A vibrant flower garden will showcase species significant to the late Queen such as the specially-bred narcissus ‘Diamond Jubilee’ or tulipa ‘Royal Celebration’. 

It will also include her favourite plants, such as lily of the valley.  

A disused water tower will be transformed into an accessible viewing platform with panoramic views of the garden and its surroundings.

The tower will provide habitats for birds, bats, and invertebrates, and serve as an educational tool for visitors to explore the natural oasis of the new garden and the wider park.

Andrew Scattergood, chief executive of The Royal Parks, said the garden is designed to be a "tranquil space for reflection, accessible to all".

"It provides a serene escape from the city’s hustle and bustle," he added.

"This site will add two acres of biodiverse parkland for everyone to enjoy and explore”.