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ReadGreenwich Park
General Wolfe at Greenwich Park
The statue at the top of the Grand Ascent was a gift from the Canadian people in 1930. But who was the General? And what was his connection to the park?
History & heritage | Historical figures | Memorials -
Greenwich Park
Ancient Mulberry Trees in Greenwich Park
The Queen’s Orchard boasts a very special mulberry tree with a fascinating history that stretches back hundreds of years.
History & heritage | Historic Moments in time | The Royal Family | Nature & wildlife | Trees -
ReadGreenwich Park
Lascars in Greenwich Park
Sailors from countries around the Indian Ocean occasionally found themselves stuck at London docks, and would enjoy the beauty of Greenwich Park.
History & heritage | Historic Moments in time -
ReadGreenwich Park
Henry Moore at Greenwich Park
Moore had a deep appreciation for the history and landscape of Greenwich Park and selected this location to display one of his famous sculptures.
History & heritage | Landmarks | Pastimes & wellbeing | Art & literature -
ReadThe Royal Parks in photos - June
We look back at June in the Royal Parks through some of the best photos, past and present.
The parks at work | Improvement projects | History & heritage | First World War | Historic Moments in time | The Royal Family | Nature & wildlife | Birds | Invertebrates | Plants & flowers -
ReadHyde Park
A look back at the most iconic concerts in Hyde Park
Hyde Park has been hosting legendary music artists since the 1960s when thousands of fans gathered in the park to watch Pink Floyd and The Rolling Stones.
Events & celebration | Major events | Pastimes & wellbeing | Music -
ReadWhy play should matter to us all
The 11 June marks the annual International Day of Play. Created by the United Nations it celebrates and recognises play as every child’s human right.
The parks at work | Improvement projects | Staff & trustees | Pastimes & wellbeing | Leisure -
ReadThe Royal Parks in photos - May
We look back at May through some of our favourite photos, past and present.
The parks at work | Improvement projects | History & heritage | Historic Moments in time | The Royal Family | Nature & wildlife | Birds | Plants & flowers -
ListenBushy Park
Listen to the sounds of the subaquatic
Underwater soundscapes from around the Royal Parks
Nature & wildlife | Amphibians
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