Richmond Park, A Royal Park

Overview

The largest Royal Park in London (1,000 hectares/2,500 acres), and home to 650 deer. This pastoral landscape of hills and woodlands set amongst ancient trees, with plants, animals and butterflies, offers a peaceful respite to visitors.

Playgrounds at Kingston and Petersham gates, and two golf courses near Roehampton Gate. Educational facilities for those with special needs at Holly Lodge Centre (by appointment). There is fishing available at Pen Ponds, plus horse-riding tracks and a cycling path. Public toilets with disabled access at most main gates.

The Isabella Plantation is an organic woodland garden. For eating, choose from Pembroke Lodge, a Georgian mansion with spectacular views and garden seating, Roehampton Café or refreshment kiosks located at main car parks.

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Richmond Park, A Royal Park on the Visit London Blog

• 7May London Photo of the Week: The Isabella Plantation in Richmond Park
• 11Feb New Route Announced for 2012 Olympic Road Cycling Race
• 16Oct London Photo of the Week: Forest Floor in Richmond Park
• 26May 2012 Olympics London Cycling Route Announced

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