Park Facilities

Hyde Park has a wide range of facilities. There are cafes and restaurants offering everything from ice creams and sandwiches to three course meals There is a children's playground and the Lookout, a former police observation point which is now an education centre where children learn about nature and wildlife. The Park also has toilets, including facilities for disabled people.

Deckchairs are available from April to September during daylight hours, weather permitting.

The Serpentine Bar and Kitchen (formerly the Dell)
Location: Eastern side of the Serpentine
The Serpentine Bar and Kitchen serves a wide variety of tasty hot meals and snacks, freshly prepared sandwiches and salads, a daily selection of cakes and puddings from the bakery and hot and cold drinks from the bar.

The Lido Café:
Location: South side of the Serpentine, near the Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain.
Tel: +44 (0)20 7706 7098
Email: lido@companyofcooks.com
Web: http://www.companyofcooks.com

The Lido Cafe is currently closed for refurbishment. The nearest cafe is the Serpentine Bar & Kitchen, located on the eastern side of the Serpentine. A brand new style Lido Cafe will be reopening Easter 2010.

With stunning views along The Serpentine and a large alfresco dining area, the Lido is a great place to get refreshed and watch the world go by. The restaurant is licensed for alcohol; facilities include toilets, baby change, high chairs, newspapers, and outdoor seating.

The Hyde Park Tennis Centre Café:
Location: Off South Carriage Drive
Tel: +44 (0)20 7262 3474
Open: 9am-9pm in the summer, 10am-4pm in the winter

Located in the Tennis and Sports Centre, the café offers welcome refreshments for players and spectators alike. There are toilets, and a garden with seating.

Refreshment Points
Location: Serpentine Road, playground, Hyde Park Corner
Tel: +44 (0)7940 510 530
Open: 9am-8pm in the summer, 10am-4pm in the winter Bean to cup coffee, ice cream, snacks & freshly made sandwiches.

Sport in Hyde Park