Top things to do in the Royal Parks this summer
How will you be making the most of summer in London?
The Royal Parks charity is dedicated to creating spaces for life, for everyone. Our teams of gardeners, wildlife officers and volunteers have been working continuously to ensure the parks remain a welcome oasis from the hustle and bustle of the city.
From guided walking tours and volunteer days to shopping opportunities and music festivals, there’s plenty to do and enjoy across the parks. Read our round-up of the top things to do in the Royal Parks this summer and see how you can get the best out of these historic green spaces.
Macro photography for beginners with Max Muddie
Explore hidden worlds and unseen beauty with a macro photography lesson led by guest expert Max Mudie. Join this free class to learn tips and tricks from a professional macro photographer before heading out into the park with the Help Nature Thrive team. Together, you will capture stunning images of nature using mobile phones and our macro lenses.
When: 12 June, 10am - 12pm
Where: Hyde Park
Price: Free
Wonderful Weeds
Join us on a leisurely walk through the park discovering the beautiful botany and fascinating heritage of some of our most overlooked wild species, the ‘weeds’. With multiple events across the month of June, come along to explore botanical identification skills, benefits for biodiversity and climate resilience as well as the historical and cultural significance of weeds.
When: Various dates
Where: The Regents Park
Price: Free
'The Big Help Out': Planting in The Royal Parks
It’s National Volunteer Week at the start of June and we’ll be running a planting day to close out a week of international volunteer work. Lend a hand and leave your mark in The Green Park by joining our planting day on Sunday 9 June.
When: 9 June, 11am - 3pm
Where: The Green Park
Music at the Royal Parks
If you're looking for some sunshine and melodies, visit The Regent's Park and Greenwich Park this summer to hear music from bands, choirs and even a live orchestra, perfect for a sunny day!
Summer Music in the Park
hosted by Friends of Regent's Park and Primrose Hill
When: June - September
Where: The Regent's Park
Bandstand Concerts
hosted by Friends of Greenwich Park
When: June - September
Where: Greenwich Park
Hidden Stories of Hyde Park Walking Tour
Join us on Friday 14 June to uncover the history of Hyde Park with a guided walking tour. Explore the iconic Speakers Corner, the history behind Tyburn Tree and the Serpentine, where Peter Pan had his first adventure in JM Barrie's novel "Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens".
When: 14 June, 11am - 12:30pm
Where: Hyde Park
Price: £12
Trees of St. James's Park Walking Tour
Enjoy a walk with one of the Royal Parks Arboriculture Officers and discover the trees of St. James’s Park. Learn about the landscape history and cultural history of St James’s Park, discovering how it has changed over the centuries.
When: 22 June, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Where: St James's Park
Price: £12
Hidden Stories of Kensington Gardens Walking Tour
Discover the hidden stories behind Kensington Gardens famous statues with a guided walking tour on Friday 21 June. Stroll through its beautiful gardens, go behind the railings of the Albert Memorial and get a close-up view of the stunning Frieze of Parnassus.
When: 21 June, 11am - 12:30pm
Where: Kensington Gardens
Price: £12
The Royal Parks Shop
If you’re out and about in Hyde Park this summer, why not pop into our Hyde Park shop and pick up some treats to mark your day out. Located by the Serpentine, you can find anything from tasty nibbles to kitchen and homeware, or even puzzles and toys for the family.
Taste of London
Taste of London returns to The Regent's Park this June, celebrating 20 years of delicious feasting in the heart of London. This year there will be eight sessions spread across five food-fuelled days. Take a look at the Taste of London website for more information.
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