The Chelsea Physic Garden was founded in 1673 by the Society of Apothecaries to study the therapeutic properties of plants. Displays include plants used in present day pharmaceuticals and a Garden of World Medicine showing the use of plants by indigenous peoples. In addition there are many rare plants and a rock garden from 1773.
Chelsea Physic Garden
66 Royal Hospital Road
London
SW3 4HS
Tel. 020 7352 5646
2010 Season: 1st April - 31st October
Admission charge (limited concessions)
Visitor entrance in Swan Walk
Wheelchair access via No 66 Royal Hospital Road
Victoria
Sloane Square
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