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  • Attributed to Maria Spilsbury, Greenwich Fair, c. 1800
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    Greenwich Park

    Charles Dickens at Greenwich Fair

    Over the centuries, many famous writers have found inspiration at Greenwich Park. Perhaps the most celebrated is Charles Dickens (1812-1870).

    History & heritage | Historical figures | Pastimes & wellbeing | Art & literature
  • Bumblebee pollinating flower
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    Hyde Park

    Plants for a Purpose - spring 2025

    Every season, new planting at Victoria Gate in Hyde Park will highlight a different purpose for plants – from food to medicines to textiles and dye.

    Nature & wildlife | Biodiversity | Plants & flowers | Pastimes & wellbeing | Gardening
  • James Kliffen - Richmond 2.jpg
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    The Royal Parks in photos - January

    We look back at January in the Royal Parks through some of the best photos, past and present.

    The parks at work | Improvement projects | History & heritage | Nature & wildlife
  • A group of children join in an archaeological dig
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    Greenwich Park

    Greenwich Park Magnetic Observatory

    Did you know that Greenwich Park was once home to a second observatory? Discover why it was built and how recent archaeological digs unearthed its secrets.

    History & heritage | Archaeology | Landmarks
  • Brown hairstreak butterfly resting on a leaf
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    The Regent's Park & Primrose Hill

    Pollinators in the Making

    Conservation of the brown hairstreak butterfly eggs and caterpillars, and maintaining its habitat.

    Nature & wildlife | Biodiversity | Invertebrates | Plants & flowers
  • An aerial photograph of the barrow cemetery at Greenwich Park - it shows the raised circular barrows in the landscape
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    Greenwich Park

    The Barrow Cemetery

    Did you know that one of England’s best-preserved Anglo-Saxon barrow cemeteries can still be seen today in Greenwich Park?

    The parks at work | Improvement projects | History & heritage | Archaeology | Landmarks
  • Conduit Head at the base of One Tree Hill - this looks like a curved wall of bricks emerging from a hillside
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    Greenwich Park

    Conduits in Greenwich Park

    Read about Greenwich Park's historic underground water system.

    History & heritage | Landmarks
  • Ceremonial procession on The Mall to celebrate the Japanese State Visit
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    End of Year Highlights: 2024

    From exciting new projects to conservation milestones and community initiatives, there’s so much to celebrate. Here's a look at some of the key highlights.

    The parks at work | Improvement projects | Volunteering | Events & celebration | Major events | Royal occasions | Nature & wildlife | Pastimes & wellbeing | Art & literature | Health & fitness | Music | Shopping
  • Festive hanging gifts
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    Hyde Park

    The Royal Parks Shop festive gift guide

    Experience the magic of Christmas at The Royal Parks. Visit The Royal Parks Shop in Hyde Park today!

    Events & celebration | Celebrations | Shopping

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