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Read, watch or listen to delve deeper into what makes the Royal Parks so unique.

  • Close up of Elfin Oak artist plaque
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    Kensington Gardens

    The Elfin Oak

    In a bustling corner of Kensington Gardens you will find the Elfin Oak, a whimsical sculpture whose colourful characters have delighted generations.

    Improvement projects | History & heritage | Landmarks | Pastimes & wellbeing | Art & literature
  • Summer in The Regent's Park
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    Greenwich Park

    Top things to do in the Royal Parks this summer

    From guided walks, to hands-on family activities, or just some good music, the Royal Parks has you covered this summer.

    Events & celebration | History & heritage | Nature & wildlife | Pastimes & wellbeing | Music | Shopping
  • Queen Elizabeth II photographed in 1952. She stands in the gardens of Balmoral Castle alongside one of her famous corgis.​
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    Queen Elizabeth II: A Life in Gardens​

    This gallery explores the life of Queen Elizabeth II through the lens of parks and gardens.

    Events & celebration | Royal occasions | History & heritage | The Royal Family
  • Head Gardener, Fiona Packe
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    Five top tips for recycling in your garden

    Our garden team have pulled together five top tips to help you to embrace a ‘circular economy’ at home.

    Nature & wildlife | Biodiversity | Plants & flowers | Pastimes & wellbeing | Gardening
  • Pathway through the Rose Garden towards Ranger's House.
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    Greenwich Park

    The Real‑Life Bridgerton: The Royal Parks as Inspiration

    Step into Bridgerton’s real world with the London parks, promenades and Regency history that inspired the series, from Hyde Park to Kensington Gardens.

    History & heritage | Historic Moments in time | Landmarks | The Royal Family
  • Cherry blossom flowering in the Royal Parks
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    Greenwich Park

    Best Places to see Cherry Trees in the Royal Parks

    We have put together a guide on all the best places to see the cherry blossom across the Royal Parks.

    Nature & wildlife
  • Blooms of Snowdrops in Hyde Park
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    Spring Blooms in the Royal Parks

    As the days grow longer and the air fills with birdsong, the first blooms of spring begin to emerge in the Royal Parks.

    Nature & wildlife
  • Mother deer licking a newborn
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    Bushy Park

    Six things you should know about deer birthing season

    Discover when deer have babies during their birthing season. Explore their habits and the importance of respecting their privacy in Richmond and Bushy park

    Visitor education | Deer birthing | Nature & wildlife | Mammals
  • Shire Horse Henry
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    Richmond Park

    Meet Richmond Park’s Shire horses

    Richmond Park’s Shire horses offer Carriage rides to the public and are also working horses. In this blog, we’ll help you put the names to the faces!

    The parks at work | Nature & wildlife | Biodiversity | Mammals

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