The site at 99 kensington high street consists of the sixth and seventh floors of the former derry toms store.
Kensington roof gardens closes.
Since virgin took over the lease in 1981 kensington roof gardens has played host to weddings and concerts but it s also gained notoriety as one of london s most famous party venues often featuring the rich and famous.
A host of stars have been snapped at the venue.
The roof gardens has now closed.
The plan is for the roof gardens to reopen in late 2019 or early 2020 mr rose said.
It played a key part in the london nightlife scene showcasing top djs and live musical talent from across the decades as well as hosting numerous events showbiz parties award ceremonies weddings and dinners in its award winning restaurant babylon.
Though the kensington roof gardens have been closed for several years there is some hope that the beautiful london destination will be re opened to the public at some point during 2020 in the form of a member s club or fine dining restaurant.
The grade ii listed gardens were designed in 1936 by landscape architect ralph hancock as part of the derry toms department store.
Kensington roof gardens one of london s best known party venues is to close after its owner of more than 35 years virgin said a challenging market meant it had struggled to make a profit.
Kensington roof gardens an oasis of calm in the heart of central london.
Originally opened in 1938 the gardens were open to the public until january 2018 when the leaseholder virgin limited edition was unable.