A community garden in east London, known as the Garden of Earthly Delights, was struck by a fire on Wednesday evening, just after 10pm. The blaze started in a wooden workshop located at the end of the garden, which was reduced to a charred shell. However, thanks to the rapid response of the fire brigade, the rest of the garden was saved. Nearby residents on Graham Road in Hackney were evacuated, and some described the situation as "really, really scary" due to the thick smoke that filled the air. Witnesses reported hearing two loud bangs before the fire broke out, and flames were visible from across east London. The workshop, established less than two years ago through a crowdfunding campaign, had provided carpentry training to local residents. A volunteer at the workshop called the incident "devastating," emphasizing the effort the community had put into creating the space. The volunteer also mentioned that the group is now considering raising funds once again to rebuild the workshop. Residents expressed deep sadness over the loss, with one neighbor, Sheila Sachs, describing the garden as a "lovely place to have a bit of calm." The fire service confirmed that four fire engines and approximately 25 firefighters were deployed to the scene. The fire was brought under control by 11:57pm, and no injuries were reported. An initial investigation pointed to an electrical fault in an electricity meter as the likely cause of the fire. Police were also present, and the investigation into the incident is ongoing. The Garden of Earthly Delights had become a cherished local space, offering both practical training and a peaceful environment for residents. Its destruction has left the community shaken, but there is hope that with support, the garden and its workshop can be restored. The incident highlights the vulnerability of such community projects and the importance of their role in urban neighborhoods.