Located between Notting Hill, Portobello
Road, Kensington High Street, Brook Green, and deemed to be one of London’s
best kept secrets, Holland Park is
home to a variety of flora and fauna. This 54-acre lovely green oasis houses
the tranquil Kyoto and Dutch Gardens contrasting the bustling city outside of
it.
This area was formerly the grounds of Cope Castle, later known as the Holland House, which is a Jacobean
mansion built for and by Sir Walter Cope. The second owner was Earl of Holland
and Lady Rich who was the first person to ever successfully plant and grow
dahlias in London. During the 19th century, the Holland house became
a center where politicians and literaries like Lord Byron meets. This is the
reason why it was soon named as a “hub of political and literary activity.”
After the World War II, which damaged the
Holland House badly, the area was converted into the tranquil park that is known today. Not too far from beautiful Presidential
Apartments Kensington is the Kyoto
garden. It was built with a koi carp pond, a waterfall, and a bridge in the
early 1990s. Currently, the Holland Park also houses a theater where
performances are being hosted every summer, and play areas where kids and their
families could spend a great weekend bonding time. In the park’s southern
section, various sports facilities are to be found while in the northern
section, it has a massive woodland area with wildflowers and wildlife.
Development never stopped for this area as
apartment buildings are rapidly selling out. Indeed, the property market in
this park is thriving continuously. Some of West London’s best schools are also
located in the vicinity together with some international schools.
Reaching Holland Park is also a breeze as
it is accessible via bus and tube. Of course, it is also accessible via cars as
it is situated between the A4 and the Westway. There are also bike docking
stations around the area.
Holland Park is free to enter for everyone
throughout the entire year from dawn until dusk. So,
set up a base by checking out some Aparthotels
London for rent to make the most out of your time with your family.
