Monday, March 28, 2016

Urban Jungle: The Barbican Conservatory


Have you ever been to the conservatory at the Barbican? I didn't even know it existed! John and I went on Good Friday after seeing the 'Strange and Familiar' photography exhibition on the third floor (which was so, so good - go see it if you haven't already; it's on until June 19th!) and it was a lot of fun to wander.

Here are some photos, if you'd like to see:






We went on a gloriously sunny day and it was fairly busy (including some Instagrammers/fashion bloggers who needed to get their 'just-so' poses right next to some ferns while I snickered in the background - I know, I'm such a #meangirl) but I imagine that if you went during "off-peak" hours, it'd be pretty tranquil and serene. Entry to the conservatory is free, but it's only open to the public on certain dates, so check the website before you go.

It reminded me of a smaller scale version of Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay in Singapore, which was one of the highlights of our trip last summer. I especially loved the room with all the cacti at the Barbican conservatory. Air plants dangled delightfully low from the ceiling and fleshy succulents thrived in every corner.


I kept thinking the whole time we were there how it'd make the perfect date - an exhibition at the Barbican, followed by lunch and a stroll through the conservatory (which is basically what we did!).

I love discovering little hidden gems like these in London.
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  1. I was just thinking it reminded me of the Gardens in Singapore, when I read the same thing. Looks very pretty and I didn't know it was there either!

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    1. Right, Angie?? It's a fun little place to explore.

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  2. Oh wow, I've just come back from Marrakech and T & I went to see the Majorelle Gardens hoping London would have something similar, et voila! Thanks for the tip! =)

    Honey x The Girl Next Shore

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    1. I know what you mean, Honey! Stepping into this conservatory brought me right back to Singapore. I'm jealous that you just got back from Marrakech! Can't wait to read your blog posts xx

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  3. So pleased you mentioned this - we are planning on seeing the Strange and Familiar exhibition (had planned on going today but decided to hunker down indoors instead... Storm Katie lol) and will definitely be adding this to the itinerary when we go in a few weeks!

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    1. The exhibition is so, so good Connie! It got crowded though, which is when we took a break and wandered over to the conservatory. I think you'll really enjoy it!

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  4. I discovered this little gem recently too :) It's so unexpected isn't it, but I guess that's also what makes it so amazing? I vlogged it, if you'd like to reminisce: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ANuXyNEY1qc x

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    1. Loved your vlog, Natasha! It looks like you had a great day exploring ... I love the Museum of London and often forget about it!

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  5. Beautiful! I love, love walking through and taking photos in any sort of gardens and this looks just lovely! I didn't know it was their either :)

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    1. It's truly a hidden gem, Marcella! I love gardens too. I didn't always get what the fuss was about, but now I'm fascinated by the design and all the different varieties of plants and flowers in them!

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