London & Partners

The Royal Parks
Late summer is a special time to visit these lush open
spaces, many of which were once the grounds of royal
homes, and now property of the Crown. Filled with fun
activities or offering a peaceful retreat from city life this
month, they form some of the biggest green areas in
London. Usually open from 07.00 until dusk, but check
individual times at royalparks.org.uk
SIGHTSEEING
BATTERSEA PARK IMAGE © THINKSTOCK/ISTOCKPHOTO
Bushy Park, Hampton, Middlesex. A charming park north
of Hampton Court Palace. t Hampton Court/
Teddington. Off map.
Green Park, SW1. A peaceful haven near St. James’s
Park. Ë Green Park. Map C4-5/D4-5.
Greenwich Park, SE10. Encompassing the Royal
Observatory (p. 59) and offering spectacular views.
Ë t Greenwich and Ë Cutty Sark. Map inset.
Hyde Park, W2. Swim (in summer), boat on the lake, ride
horses, or listen to speeches at Speakers’ Corner. Ë Hyde
Park Corner/Lancaster Gate/Marble Arch. Map C3-4/D3.
Kensington Gardens, W8. The grounds of Kensington
Palace and a continuation of Hyde Park.
Ë Lancaster Gate/Queensway. Map C1-2/D2.
Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill, NW1. Home to
ZSL London Zoo (p. 64), plus fabulous views from the hill
Ë Baker Street/Regent’s Park. Map A3/4.
Richmond Park, TW10. London’s largest open space was
once a royal hunting ground. Ë t Richmond. Off map.
St. James’s Park, SW1. Pretty ornamental park with a
lake. Ë St. James’s Park. Map C5/D5.
OTHER PARKS AND HEATHS INCLUDE:
Battersea Park, SW11. Large, elegant Victorian park by
the River Thames. Lovely walks, a small zoo, and great
views across the river. t Battersea Park. Off map.
Hampstead Heath, NW3. Ancient parkland covering
790 acres and boasting wonderful views (especially from
Parliament Hill), sports fields and Kenwood House.
Ë Hampstead/Tufnell Park/Belsize Park. Off map.
Holland Park, W8. Enchanting park with a Japanesestyle
Kyoto Garden. Ë Holland Park. Off map.
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