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Pelicans on a park bench
St. James's Park

Hidden Stories of St. James's Park Walking Tour

Key information

26 June, 1:15pm - 2:45pm

Paid

St. James's Park

Heritage

Nature

Friday 26 June, 1:15pm - 2:45pm

With Buckingham Palace on one side and Downing Street on the other, this walking tour of St. James’s Park will put you at the heart of many momentous events in British history.

  • The first part of the walk focuses on the park’s royal history, revealing how it helped court a king’s mistress, the exotic royal pets it’s been home to and its dark underbelly.
  • After you've taken in the park's incredible heritage, you will end your walk with the resident pelicans’ daily feeding
     
Horse Guards Parade in St. James's Park

Please note:

  • Designed for adult attendees, over 18 years of age. Please note you are unable to bring dogs onto Duck Island as it is a nature reserve for St. James's Park bird collection.
  • The tour will take place from 1:15pm - 2:45pm.
  • To help people who might find cost or other challenges a barrier to experiencing our events, we offer £3 tickets - see Frequently Asked Questions below for eligibility and how to book.
    For other information or to let us know your access needs, please call 0300 304 9910 or email publicprogrammes@royalparks.org.uk.