Postman's Park

A cool and tranquil garden set back from the busy City streets with a pathway weaving through the garden from east to west. Take a seat on one of the many benches that surrounds the seasonal bedding display that features as a centrepiece to the garden.  

Getting here

Public transport

Nearest tube: St Paul's (Exit 1 for Aldersgate Street)

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History

This scenic park acquired its name due to its popularity as a lunchtime garden with workers from the nearby old General Post Office. It is home to the famous Watts memorial, built in 1900 by Victorian painter and philanthropist GF Watts (1817-1904).

Postman's Park featured in 2004 in film 'Closer' which was based on the 1997 play by Patrick Marber. A key part of the plot revolves around the memorial tablet to Alice Ayres.