London Garden Book A-Z HG2286/44 An illustration of Limehouse Dock

An illustration of Limehouse Dock from 'London: a Pilgrimage' by Blanchard Jerrold and Gustave Doré

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Surrey Commercial Docks primarily handled timber imported from Canada

Branded the 'English Futurist' by the press

The figures bring the scene to life

London Garden Book A-Z HG2286/44 An illustration of Limehouse DockLondon is home to over 3 million gardens, from pocket handkerchief front yards to historic horticultural sites like Westminster College Garden (over 900 years old and still thriving). For many city dwellers, green has become the new black and a new style of gardening has emerged, reflecting London's diverse population. Allotments and community gardens allow gardenless urbanites to enjoy tending plants and harvesting their own food, fly by night