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  • A view looking down the Grand Ascent over Greenwich Park toward Canary Wharf, it is a sunny day and the sky is blue as the volunteers start digging the trench in the foreground.
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    Greenwich Park

    A dig with a grand view

    Over the past few months, the archaeology team have been working on the Grand Ascent, the slope below the General Wolfe statue.

    Volunteering | History & heritage | Archaeology
  •  Rowan tree in the cemetery
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    The trees of the Royal Parks

    As the biggest plants on the planet, the trees in the Royal Parks give us oxygen, store carbon, stabilise the soil and give life to London’s wildlife.

    Nature & wildlife | Trees
  • A photo of Alice Elizabeth Jarman
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    Kensington Gardens

    The Story of Alice Elizabeth Jarman

    The story of one woman’s tragic murder – a glimpse into women’s lives, wartime London and the history of Kensington Gardens.

    History & heritage | Historical figures
  • Glass bottles filled with various herbs and flowers
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    Hyde Park

    Plants for a purpose - winter 2023

    Every season, new planting at Victoria Gate in Hyde Park will reveal a different purpose for plants – from food and fuel to medicine and materials.

    Nature & wildlife | Pastimes & wellbeing
  • Hyde Park Pet Cemetery
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    Hyde Park

    Hyde Park Pet Cemetery

    One of the first public pet cemeteries in the UK, over 1,000 dogs and cats have been laid to rest here.

    History & heritage | Landmarks
  • Joe Louis photographed in 1936
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    Bushy Park

    Joe Louis at Bushy Park

    Joe Louis is remembered as one of the first black sportsmen to transcend the colour barrier, and in WW2 he made a special appearance at Bushy Park.

    History & heritage | Historical figures | Second World War
  • Earthworm among Autumn leaves
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    Soil is Alive

    The Royal Parks is unearthing the value of our soils, through an action plan of research, conservation and landscape management within the Parks.

  • Painting of London from Greenwich Park by Joseph Mallord Turner, c.1809
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    Greenwich Park

    Famous Artists at Greenwich Park

    Among the thousands of artists who have found inspiration in Greenwich Park are three of the most well-known figures in Western art…

    History & heritage | Historical figures | Trees | Pastimes & wellbeing | Art & literature
  • Blackheath Avenue
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    Greenwich Park

    London's autumn walks

    Experience the captivating beauty of autumn in London's iconic parks. Discover serene walks, vibrant foliage, and seasonal activities here!

    Pastimes & wellbeing

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