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Give rutting deer respect and space, urges The Royal Parks

5 Oct 2021

The Royal Parks is urging visitors to Bushy and Richmond Parks to be extra vigilant and keep a minimum distance of 50metres away during the annual deer rut.

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‘Dogs on leads’ to be compulsory during deer birthing season in Richmond and Bushy Parks

28 Apr 2021

From Tuesday May 4 May until Monday 2 August 2021, dogs will be required to be on a lead in all areas of Richmond and Bushy Parks. This is to protect both deer and dogs during deer birthing season.

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Parking Charges proposed for Richmond and Bushy Parks

29 Mar 2021

The Royal Parks announced today it intends to proceed with proposals to introduce parking charges in Richmond and Bushy Parks, bringing them in line with its parking policy across the rest of the Royal Parks and with many other similar public

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Without urgent action, skylark could be lost from Richmond and Bushy Parks

2 Mar 2021

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New bench appeal for Pembroke Lodge Gardens

11 Feb 2021

The Royal Parks is replacing benches within Pembroke Lodge Gardens. Many of the benches are over 40 years old and their condition is such that they now need to be replaced. If you are interested in dedicating one of these new benches please get in

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Shocking video emerges of a dog attacking a deer

17 Jan 2021

Dramatic footage has emerged of a dog attacking a red female deer (hind) in Richmond Park. In the video, brave cyclists can be seen acting as human shields to protect the deer from further attack from the dog. Despite their heroic efforts, the hind

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Don’t take risks with rutting deer, The Royal Parks warns visitors

1 Oct 2020

The Royal Parks is urging visitors to Bushy and Richmond Parks to be extra vigilant and keep a minimum distance of 50 metres away during the annual deer rut.

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The Royal Parks creates car-free spaces for visitors

11 Aug 2020

The Royal Parks charity (TRP) has begun five important trials to reduce cut-through motor traffic on park roads. This includes making The Mall car-free on weekends during daylight hours, and opening up new car-free spaces for visitors to enjoy the

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Shocking video of deer eating dumped litter in Bushy Park

10 Aug 2020

Shocking footage of wild deer feeding on dumped rubbish in Bushy Park reveals the harmful effects of left litter on wildlife.

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Feeding deer is the opposite of kind, says The Royal Parks

7 Aug 2020

The Royal Parks is reminding visitors to Richmond and Bushy Parks that deer are wild and unpredictable animals, following a resurgence of deer feeding by the public post lockdown.

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