There has been a settlement on this site since Roman times, but Greenwich has always been strongly associated with royalty. Since the land was inherited by Henry V's brother, generations of monarchs have taken this magnificient park to their hearts.

There is a large grassland enclosure, covering almost 13 acres which serves as a sanctuary for deer, foxes and birds.

History and Architecture

Greenwich Park covers 73 hectares (183 acres) and is the oldest enclosed Royal Park.

Landscape History

Find out about the history of Greenwich Park's landscape.

Greenwich Park in film

Information about movies that have been filmed in Greenwich Park.


About Greenwich Park

There has been a settlement on this site since Roman times, but Greenwich has always been strongly associated with royalty. Since the land was inherited by Henry V's brother, generations of monarchs have taken this magnificient park to their hearts.

There is a large grassland enclosure, covering almost 13 acres which serves as a sanctuary for deer, foxes and birds.

History and Architecture

Greenwich Park covers 73 hectares (183 acres) and is the oldest enclosed Royal Park.

Landscape History

Find out about the history of Greenwich Park's landscape.

Greenwich Park in film

Information about movies that have been filmed in Greenwich Park.

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  • Barclaycard presents British Summer Time  Hyde Park

    Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park

    Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park, a ground breaking new concert series and outdoor experience from 5 July - 14 July 2013.

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  • 7 July Memorial

    7 July Memorial

    A permanent memorial to honour the victims of the 7 July 2005 London Bombings was unveiled in Hyde Park by Their Royal Highnesses, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall.

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  • Diana Memorial Fountain

    Diana Memorial Fountain

    This unique Memorial to Diana, Princess of Wales was opened by Her Majesty The Queen on 6th July 2004 and was built with the best materials, talent and technology.

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  • Royal Gun Salutes

    Royal Gun Salutes

    Royal Gun Salutes mark special royal occasions. On these days salutes are fired from locations in London including Hyde Park and Green Park.

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  • Serpentine Lido

    Serpentine Lido

    Daily public swimming in The Serpentine from June - September. Serpentine Swimming Club swims every day, including the famous race on Christmas day.

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  • Boating in Hyde Park

    Boating in Hyde Park

    Rowing and pedal boats are available to hire on the Serpentine in Hyde Park. You can also take a ride on the UK's first Solarshuttle, powered only by the sun.

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  • The Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Walk

    The Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Walk

    The Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Walk is a seven-mile-long walk, charted by 90 plaques set in the ground, that takes you within sight of famous buildings and locations associated with the Princess during her life.

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There has been a settlement on this site since Roman times, but Greenwich has always been strongly associated with royalty. Since the land was inherited by Henry V's brother, generations of monarchs have taken this magnificient park to their hearts.

There is a large grassland enclosure, covering almost 13 acres which serves as a sanctuary for deer, foxes and birds.

History and Architecture

Greenwich Park covers 73 hectares (183 acres) and is the oldest enclosed Royal Park.

Landscape History

Find out about the history of Greenwich Park's landscape.

Greenwich Park in film

Information about movies that have been filmed in Greenwich Park.