I am delighted to welcome you to
Richmond upon Thames the home to the
world famous attractions such as Royal
Botanic Gardens in Kew, Hampton Court
Palace and Twickenham Stadium - the
home of English Rugby
Our borough has more green spaces than
any other in London, boasting 130 parks,
commons and woodlands areas. We also
have two beautiful Royal Parks - Richmond
Park and Bushy Park.
As the only London borough that straddles
the River Thames, there are several
magnificent historic houses and hidden
gems to visit and take you back in time to
the Tudor, Stuart and Georgian times. The
perfect way to see the attractions is a river
cruise which operate between April to
October or a riverside walk
While exploring the borough you might
quickly forget that you are still only
twenty-minute train ride from central
London and see why our famous past
residents including artist JMW Turner and
Alexander Pope chose to make Richmond
upon Thames their home and why Queen
Elizabeth I and Henry VIII used their palace
at Richmond as a royal retreat
Whether you are passing through, visiting
for the day or staying for longer, I wish you
the warmest of welcomes and hope that
you leave London's greenest borough with
lasting memories
Cllr Gareth Roberts
Leader, Richmond upon Thames Council
Welcome to
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Cllr Gareth Roberts
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2024/25 - 6 hidden gems
2024/25 - 8 relax by the river
2024/25 - 10 great outdoors
2024/25 - 13 children and families
2024/25 - 14 musical heritage of richmond
2024/25 - 15 arts, museums and theatre
2024/25 - 22 calendar of events
2024/25 - 23 markets
2024/25 - 25 walking, cycling and tours
2024/25 - 32 special interest
2024/25 - 33 map
2024/25 - 40 restaurants and bars
2024/25 - 45 accommodation
2024/25 - 51 travel information
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