This luscious garden centre close to the park is also home to a dreamy restaurant and café, perfect for a bit of tea and cake after your adventures. We are only 15 minutes away from this elegant building and gardens. The home of England Rugby, and the largest dedicated rugby union venue in the world, seating up to 82,000 people. You’ve got some distractions when the climb’s gradient peaks with St Joseph’s Church and a smattering of dainty shops. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. It’s got a steep bit at the bottom that it’s easy to come at with no momentum if traffic at the roundabout is against you, but after that there are a couple of flat bits to help catch the breath between gentler inclines. Visit the unique Whitecross on the River Thames ». Richmond is one of the best places in London to get outdoors, not least because of its riverfront location and buckets of green space. After the war, perhaps when commercial realities overcame sympathetic ones, the government converted the lodge into flats for park workers and a cafeteria. My self-guided Richmond walk will take you through this area’s most picturesque streets and open spaces. It can be a bit busy (it’s an A road) but that can help to motivate! Besides, this park was made for walking, so what better incentive to get your walking shoes on than to have a goal at the end of it. With 2,500 acres of parkland, the largest Royal Park in London, it is anything but hidden. This place looks like a WAY different spot to visit. What to do when you get there is answered by my list of things to do below. Otherwise, you might end up having more of a walk that you bargained for. Getting to Richmond Park, London is easy. When you’re done exploring, continue your Richmond walk down Paved Court to get to King Street. Routes broomfield, highgate, hills, muswell, richmond park, swain's lane, For a short but sharp one look at Vanbrugh Hill. From what we could see, it looked amazing, almost like a gingerbread house. He brought red and fallow deer here and fully enclosed the park, much to the chagrin of the locals. This climb starts at the Kingston Gate car park and ascends in an … I tackle it early on in a 12 ½ miles road loop I’ve come up with. I love the parks we have in England and how we use our green space like this, many of them are very historic as Richmond is and its the legacy of those people who protected these spaces from development or indeed had large stately houses and land that we can enjoy them now so close to our cities. This pretty place is lined with historic shopfronts and is one of the most unique streets in Richmond. There’s certainly plenty to see, some of which lies hidden even to those who have lived here their whole life. A telescope is provided to help you get a better view. I would love to hike and explore around here. Here is a handful of hills to get you started. You can spend as much time as you like walking along the paths, then follow Richmond Hill all the way back down to Richmond station, where your self-guided London walking tour ends. Kew Gardens sets the international standard for conservation and research to show visitors a wonderful world of flora. Did you have afternoon tea with all the accompaniments or just strictly tea? Richmond Park is easily one of the most popular cycle spots in London. The impressive Wembley Stadium is just a 20-minute car drive, and allows visitors to enjoy many sporting and music events. Woodridden Hill in Waltham Abbey is a beast. It doesn’t affect the way you shop, and it’s a great way to support the A Lady in London blog. You’ll start to get a feel for the area’s shops and restaurants as you go. I would be in heaven photographing this beautiful spot. If driving to the park, putting in the postcode (TW10 5HS)  for Richmond Park is useful for getting you to the general area. There are some designated car parks within the park grounds. Other sporting activities such as horseriding, fishing, golf and power kiting are also possible. The Riverside area incorporates some of the most beautiful areas of Richmond including Petersham Meadows and the historic area around Heron Square. For the best bus route use the Transport for London journey planner. (905) 884-8013. A round trip on the main route is 7 miles long. One of the links in this blog post is an affiliate link. Over 600 of these majestic mammals call Richmond Park their home, so cover enough ground and you should eventually spot some. There are so many gardens in the park, some of the most beautiful surround Pembroke Lodge and the path towards Henry’s Mound. The view is considered so important, developers aren’t actually allowed to build any tall buildings that might get in the way – which seems like a pretty weird way to make urban planning decisions, now we think about it. Out in west London, Richmond feels like it’s a million miles from the bustle of the city center. Paved Court is another picture-pretty alley, so make sure to have your camera ready. Terms and conditions | Privacy Policy | Site map. And the best news is that it’s all flat from there. There are a lucky few who live in quite grand houses within the grounds of various Royal Parks. With 2,500 acres of parkland, the largest Royal Park in London, it is anything but hidden. During this time, the pedestrian gates are opened at 7.30am and closed at 8 pm. Just inside Richmond Park, on the tail-end of … Not far from Pembroke Lodge is King Henry’s mound and the opportunity to get a sneaky glimpse of London City, which is located approximately 14.5km away. Such a huge expanse of rolling hills and woodlands provides the perfect canvas for many outdoor activities. It’s got loads of cafés and shops to peruse in. The road narrows even further so you’ll need to give it full throttle to climb this stretch, boasting a majorly steep 14% gradient. Repair your bike, track your cycling and find the nearest London bike shop - all from your iPhone: Your email address will not be published. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I came to Richmond Park especially to see the deer and I wasn’t leaving without achieving this. You can add on Fitzroy Park which is safer and no traffic. The former home of a resident mole catcher, it was a simple cottage in which to live. If you’re lucky, you might see a local cricket match in progress. Dark hill is nothing compared to Nightingale Lane also in Richmond…. For a great day out, step away from the built environment of London and head to Richmond Park. Unless you’re lucky enough to live in one of the salubrious neighbourhoods nearby, it’ll require a bit of a journey, so here’s the Secret London guide into turning it into a bit of a day-trip, whatever you’re into. Look at you, avoiding a hangover and spending a weekend daytime doing something wholesome and productive. I’d love to go horse riding through the park – and maybe even try power kiting? You’ll then be lured into a passage where it feels like you’ll meet your own doom, but it’s actually not too bad. The deer are wild animals and you’re in their patch. At the top of the gardens, turn right on Richmond Hill and follow the road into Richmond Park. No need to overdo it though; the park has several quality pubs nearby, including The Hand & Flower, The New Inn, and the Lass O’Richmond Hill. Will definitely put this glorious park on our itinerary next year! These are the best places for kid-friendly parks in Richmond-upon-Thames: Which places provide the best parks in Richmond-upon-Thames for couples? Dark Hill (TW10) Length: 0.5km; Average gradient: 6%, peaking at 12%; Time taken: 8:00; Where can I find it? On a day when the sun is out, Londoners flock here to soak up the warmth and family days out are evident everywhere. I’m not sure how much of this constitutes a hill, but the initial climb is ideal for a pre-ride warm-up, despite its sinister name. With the aid of a telescope, you can see through the keyhole and St Paul’s Cathedral in the distance. I didn’t have London on my places to see, but after one of my students gave me a map and a book to London because he was born there, I really want to go! Richmond Park has a great variety of trails, pathways and roads that are all accessible for cyclists, and the scenery is undeniably stunning. Church Street North, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3E6. Next year my goal will be Dark Hill! Check hotel rates at TripAdvisor! Richard Park has different opening times, depending on if you are planning to access via vehicle or are a pedestrian. When you get to Waterloo Place, turn left and admire the row of pretty cottages.

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