Richmond Park
Tel: 0300 061 2200 E: richmond@royalparks.org.uk
Web: www.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 a
designated 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.
parks@richmond.gov.ukon Ground
Suffolk Road, London SW13 9NR
Tel: 020 8891 1141 E: parks@richmond.gov.uk
Web: www.richmond.gov.uk/parks_and_open_spaces
Open all year.
Bus: 419 and 609
Richmond's nhamptoncourt@hrp.org.uk>Home Park
Hampton Court Palace
Park open all year
Historic Royal Palaces main switchboard Lines
open (09.00 to 17.00 GMT)
Tel: 020 3166 6000 Text: 18001 020 3166 6000
E: hamptoncourt@hrp.org.uk
Bus: 111, 216, 411, 461, R68
Extending from the sumptuous grounds of Hampton
Court Palace and hugging a bend in the River
Thames, this royal deer pabushy@royalparks.org.uk
Scientific Interest for nature conversation and is
home to the Long Water Canal, Hampton Court
Palace Golf Club and a herd of 300 fallow deer.
Bushy Park
Tel: 0300 061 2250 E: bushy@royalparks.org.uk
Web: www.royalparks.org.uk
Open all year.
Bus: 111, 216, 411, 481, X26, R68
A stone's throw from Hamptonparks@richmond.gov.ukthis Royal Park is a designated Site of Special
Scientific Interest, home to free-roaming deer,
the famous Diana Fountain, woodland gardens, a
large children's play area and the Chestnut Avenue
designed by Sir Christopher Wren.
Old Deer Park
Tel: 020 8891 1141 E: parks@richmond.gov.uk
Web: www.richmond.gov.uk/parks_and_open_spaces
Open all year.parks@richmond.gov.uk 371, 490, 493, H22, R68, R70
Formerly part of a hunting park attached to
Richmond Palace, it plays host to various sports
and events throughout the year. Facilities include
two playgrounds, tennis courts, outdoor gym,
sports pitches and indoor and outdoor
swimming pools.
Terrace Gardens and Richmond
Hill view point
Petersham Road/Richmond Hill, Richmond
Tel: 0845 6122 660 E: parks@richmond.gov.uk
Web: www.richmond.gov.uk/parks_and_open_spaces
Bus: 65, 371
The Terrace Gardens are famous for their seasonal
bedding, shrubberies, rockery and rose garden, all
set amongst fine trees and sloping lawns. Features
of the garden history remain, including the statue of
the River God and an ice house set in the slope to
the rear of the thatched summer house. From the
gravel wall at the summit of Richmond Hill many
landmarks can be viewed, and on a clear day you
can see as far as Windsor castle!
Information correct at the time of going to print. Check websites for details.
Crane Park
Entrance off Elinfo.london@wwt.org.ukreat Chertsey Rd
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.
WWT London Wetland Centre
Queen Elizabeth's Walk, Barnes, London
SW13 9WT
Tel: 020 8409 4400 E: info.london@wwt.org.uk
Web: www.wwt.org.uk/london
Open: 7 days a week (except 25th December).
Summer opening: 9.30am - 5.30pm (last admission
4.30pm); winter opening 9.30am - 4.30pm (last
admission 3.30pm)
Admission with gift aid: Admission with gift aid:
Adult £14.00; Concessions £11.90; Child £8.50;
Family £38.25 (2 adults & 2 children);
Under 4's free
Nearest Station: Barnes, Barnes Bridge and
Hammersmith
Bus 33, 72, 209 and 485
The WWT London Wetland Centre is a 105-acre
award-winning nature reserve. There are trails
ablaze with wildlife and encounters with some of
the world's most endangered birds. Add to that, a
packed line-up of events throughout the year, a
café and gift shop.
Disabled access: YesDisabled access: Yes.
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