Lion Gate Lodge - Sydney, New South Wales

Eunice

I rate the location, and the annual event 'Artisans in the Garden 2022 Exhibition as a four out of five for the following reasons;

Location; The Annual event 'Artisans in the Garden 2022' is held in the 'Lions Gate Lodge. Arguably, this is one of my favorite places to go; it is quiet, peaceful and has a Zen-like feel.

Service; There is a pop-up Cafe' operating from the lodge for the duration of the exhibition. Unfortunately, it is only open from 11 am to 2 pm, therefore, you need to get in early if you would like to sit down, take in the art while sipping on your tea, coffee and home baked goodies.
The service from the volunteers who operate the Cafe' is welcoming and friendly.

Value for money; Entry to the gardens and the Annual 'Artisans in the Garden 2022', is FREE, the exhibition is open from Saturday 26th March to Sunday 3rd of April, 5 pm, 2022. If you live in Sydney and you love the gardens and the artful exhibits, please come along, and don't forget to share and post on your social media platforms.
The exhibition is put on by the dedicated work from the Sydney Royal Botanic Gardens Volunteers.

X-factor; The exhibition design, placement and artifacts are skillfully placed into the garden; you would think they have always occupied the space. The exhibition has turned my favorite place in the garden (The Lions Gate Lodge) from peaceful and serene, to wonderful and sublime.

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Jim G.

Saturday morning, easy to park. Plenty of seating and some shade umbrellas were provided. Good PA. Food was attractive and delicious.

Giorgio A.

Artist in the garden is an event I always look forward to. Nice exhibits, good atmosphere, fantastic location

Cser Z.

Here you can find a Bodhi tree.

Zarry B.

As a tourist, it’s nice to pass by here and check out the lion statues while enjoying the royal gardens.

Antoine M.

Magnificent setting of this much visited and admired Lion Gate Lodge. It was originally known as Cottage 2 or Middle Lodge, then renamed Lion Gate Lodge. There's a beautiful café surrounded by manicured cottage garden completing this stunning lodge. Besides having lunch here, you can explore the garden and there's always artisan exhibitions as well. If you close your eyes and breathe in the ambience of this cottage, you're almost transported to far away English Garden! Wheelchair friendly and definitely a must visit for all ages.

Kerstyn W.

The best thing about this Lodge as a wedding venue, is its proximity to the road at the gardens! Being able to pull up right out the front to set up, is so handy, and having the Bride not ruin her feet by having to walk too far. With multiple entrance points, this lodge is the ideal space to hold a wedding ceremony or small event.

Genna M.

Love lion gate cottage... such a gorgeous well built house set in the Botanical Gardens. Especially love the art exhibition's that they have on every now and then. Nothing like a touch of yesteryear to make you feel alive.