An important part of Richmond’s historical heritage is the London Farm and its four-acre agricultural-themed property.
The original farmhouse was built in 1888 by Charles and Henrietta London. Several owners followed over the decades.
Fortunately, the farm was bought in 1978 by the far-sighted Richmond Mayor — Gil Blair — and city council. The rooms have been recreated to replicate a farmhouse in the early 1900s.
The park is a pleasure to explore, with gardens designed that represent the original farm, an orchard of heritage fruit trees, a reconstructed barn with tools from the 1900s, a chicken coop (that actually provides eggs), beehives (honey in season), community garden plots and public washrooms.
An original slough in the centre of the site has been restored into a pond, providing habitat for a variety of birds and waterfowl.
The recreated farm house has a beautiful tea room where visitors can enjoy a peaceful cup of tea.
Homemade jam is also for sale during the season.
Well-organized, hard-working volunteers have made the farm a successful attraction for our community as well as visitors from other cities.
The property is located on the 6511 Dyke Rd. between Gilbert and No. 2 Road.
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