Ranelagh Gardens

/ ˈrænɪlə /

plural noun

1. a public garden in Chelsea opened in 1742: a centre for members of fashionable society to meet and promenade. The gardens were closed in 1804 Also calledRanelagh

Word History and Origins

Origin of Ranelagh Gardens¹

named after the Earl of Ranelagh , in whose grounds they were sited

Example Sentences

The picturesque building by Wren stands in extensive grounds, which include the former Ranelagh Gardens.

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Our servant-man used to take me to the Ranelagh Gardens every fine afternoon, as it was a favourite lounge.

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Waveney and Mollie contrived to amuse themselves; they sat in old Ranelagh Gardens with their work and books.

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The show also visited Norwich, and was located in the Ranelagh Gardens.

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On the building of the Rotunda in Ranelagh Gardens, he was appointed sole conductor of the musical performances there.

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