World-renowned Royal Parks,
stunning stetches of riverside
and parks and open spaces that
are managed to enhance visitor
enjoyment and increased biodiversity
combine to make Richmond upon
Thames the greenest and most
beautiful boroughs in London
The jewel in the crown is majestic
Richmond Park, with its gently rolling
hills, ancient copses and herds of
free-roaming red and fallow deer, a
landscape which has a changed a
little from days of Charles I. From
selected vantage points within
the largest of the Royal Parks it is
possible to view St Paul's Cathedral,
the London Eye and other iconic
central London landmarks
The borough boasts over 140
parks and open spaces including,
commons, woodlands and towpath
which attracts 5 million visitors each
year.
The Terrace Gardens and Gothic Gardens in
Richmond, York House and Radnor Gardens in
Twickenham, and Carlisle Park and Hatherop
in Hampton are especially popular with visitors
where those looking for a more relaxed rural feel
can explore East Sheen Common Woods, Ham
Common or visit 'Barney' in Barn Elms. This huge
London Plane has a girth of 8.2m making it one of
the largest in London dating back to 1660s when
the Oriental and American Plane first came into
existence.
The Diamond Jubilee Gardens on Twickenham
Embankment is a popular site for community events
whilst Champions Wharf features Alexander Pope's
Urn his poetry inscribed in the surrounding wooden
seating, and let's not forget the play beach with its
Viking boat and historic river taxi.
Visitors can discover rare trees, and many different
types of flora fauna in our many sites that are
designed for conservation management. Just
remember to bring the fine weather with you!
Richmond Park
Tel: 0300 061 2200
Email: richmond@royalparks.org.uk
Web: royalparks.org.uk
Open Summer 7am-dusk; Winter 7.30am-dusk
Bus 371 (to Richmond Gate), 65 (to Petersham
Gate), 85 (to Ladderstile Gate - for the Isabella
Plantation)
London's largest Royal Park with 2,500 acres of
hills, woodlands, gardens and grassland. Home
to herds of red and fallow deer, the gated park is
designate Site of Special Scientific Interest and
Nature Reserve. Adventurers can enjoy a host of
activities such as horse riding and cycling. The park
also houses the magnificent Isabella Plantation and
the gardens at Pembroke Lodge. There is a free
seasonal fully accessible bus service (further details
on our website)
Bushy Park
Tel: 0300 061 2250
Email: bushy@royalparks.org.uk
Web: royalparks.org.uk
Open all year
Bus: 111, 216, 411, 481, X26, R68
A stone's throw from Hampton Court Palace,
this Royal Park is designated Site of Special
Scientific Interest, home to free-roaming deer,
the famous Diana Fountain, woodland gardens, a
large children's play area ad the Chestnut Avenue
designed by Sir Christopher Wren
Crane Park
Entrance off Ellman Avenue or Great Chertsey
Road
Tel: 020 8755 2339
Open all year
Bus: 110, H22
Crane Park follows the bends of the River Crane
from Twickenham to the Hanworth Road, Whitton.
The tranquil nature of the reserve is a haven for
wildlife including marsh frogs and rare water voles.
There is a cycle track, the remains of a gunpowder
mill and a Sot Tower blended with riverside
meadows and wooded riverbanks
great outdoors
Information correct at the time of going to print. Check websites for details.
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