Top Parks In London

Top Parks In London

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Battersea Park

Battersea Park is an important part of Battersea, Wandsworth. The park is not only a beautiful green space in the heart of the area but is also a sought after venue for all manner of outdoor events such as theatre, music concerts, summer fêtes and charity races. It’s also worth noting that the park is listed Grade II on the English Heritage register which means it's one of those conservation areas too. This fantastic open space was established by a special Act enforcing its creation and was opened in 1858.

Battersea Park, London hosts a number of events all year round providing visitors with a range of festivals and activities to enjoy, This Week In London (thisismargate.co.uk). A vast green space which encompasses Chelsea and adjacent areas, Battersea was once also known as the "Chessington Wood" before becoming a public park in 1858. Battersea Park.   A Grade II listed verdant Victorian green space, Wandsworth's Battersea Park comprises 200 acres of pretty parkland, featuring fountains, sports facilities, and asmall-scale children's zoo.

Hampstead Heath

The popular London parks not only have it all, they are also in great locations. Hampstead Heath is one of the most sought after parks on my blog. The great news is you wont need to travel to get there via a portal or magical gateway when exploring this wonderful London Park as many of its most loved bits are very near to the city centre. Hampstead Heath is easily accessible via multiple underground stations, buses and many of the major roads that pass through London.

  You can travel to Hampstead Heath by taking a bus from the main bus stops near Oxford Street and it will only take you around 10 minutes once you reach the park, This Week In London (thisismargate.co.uk). Another way to go about exploring Hampstead Heath is by travelling by rail using the overground line which will. Take a journey through this inner city escape, located in North London, which covers 128 hectares of land right in the middle of bustling London.

Hampstead Heath is everything you could ask for and more. Pack your swimwear and take a dip in the natural swimming pond, pick up a frisbee and fly it around on its lengthy grassy field, or spend some time getting lost in the nature trails! But whether you want to do it all or just visit one area, Hampstead Heath always has plenty for everyone to do. Hampstead Heath is the perfect natural escape for Londoners and visitors to the UK alike.

Regardless of your fitness level or ability there's plenty of space to enjoy a relaxing walk in magnificent surroundings. From climbing up to the viewpoint on Kenwood hill, to breaking out the picnic blanket and getting lost in one of several picture-perfect areas, you'll never run out of things to do. Hampstead Heath is among the most prosperous and well used parks in London. Its surrounded by Hampstead, which is a very prosperous neighborhood of London where there are a lot of people with money.

This causes it to be very pricey and expansive. That said, what youll find here is more than worth the entrance fee or any fee at all. If you cant already tell, I love Hampstead Heath. Its hidden gem tucked away in the heart of London. It feels so beautiful, peaceful and secluded a world away from the hubbub of London. Theres so much to see and do here that a visit really isnt complete without getting stuck in to some activities.

The locals call it 'The Heath'and almost everyone in the area has a little bit of it in their back garden. From wonderful walking trails to taking a dip in the bathing ponds you'll never be short of things to do and enjoy at this thriving inner city escape. Its headquarters is at City Hall in Southwark. Within its area and beyond lies a large number of independent and other authority areas. In 2000, the Greater London Authority (GLA) was formed to administer the newly constituted Greater London.

Holland Park

The breathtaking Serpentine lake is also within the grounds, so youll be able to paddle, stroll, or run along its shores. If youre visiting in theSummer months, pop into the Temperate House to suck on juicy strawberries or snap photos of oneofEnglands rarest species: Golden Orb spiders. The British Museum is also nearby, so swing by and catch some Egyptian artefacts or view the Rosetta Stone, which was vital in translating Egyptian hieroglyphics. Theres also a nearby tube station for easy access to central London, just a short one-minute walk from Holland Park.

Hyde Park

The site on which Hyde Park now sits was originally named after the village of Hide Park in theHoxton area of the East End that once stood there. The land was originally owned by the Churchof Englandthe land remained undeveloped thoughout much its history. The name Hyde Park todaysparkles with regal grandeur but it wasnt always that way. In fact, its a fairly new addition toElizas portfolio. It is actually a homecominga return to royal status for an area that had long been remarkably suburban and ordinary: a dried-up marsh that was so full of mosquitoes it earned the nickname breeding ground for the French disease.

This humble park had encircled Kensington Palace until Charles II had it removed in, This Week In London (thisismargate.co.uk). Whatever the time of year, theres always something to do in Hyde Park. On a weekend, alfresco diners at theimposing Jumeirah Carlton Tower hotel can enjoy over-the-water views of London; joggers can take in lungfuls of fresh air around the Serpentine Lake; or, if you fancy an activity with a backdrop to match that new pair of sunglasses, hire one of the pedal boats moored by the Diana, Princess Of Wales Memorial Fountain.

With more than 33 million visitors every year, Hyde Park is the worlds second-most visited park, afterCentral Park inNew York City. The land for the park was first enclosed in 1637 when Charles I gave Order of the Royal Oak Trees to be planted as part of his scheme for a hunting ground north of St James's Palace. It came into full use as a parkland in 1733 when it was opened to the public by King George II.

The park which is home to Speaker's Corner (a place for anyone to open public debate on any subject, without fear of censorship) and one of the capital's most popular events, the annualHyde Park Flower Showalso boasts thePark Lane Hotel which is part of the Marriott Hotel Group. I visited the Eye last Saturday for a special occasion and here’s what I learnt on my first ride. The lights have a combined wattage of 127 Watts.

Kensington Gardens

Kensington Gardens is the Royal Park at the heart of London. As well as being the gardens of Kensington Palace, and having home to the Serpentine Galleries (a contemporary art gallery) it has some nice museums and a lot of green. Plant life can be somewhat lacking in the city, so getting a glimpse of nature when one can is just great. There are two museums within this area, one contains dinosaurs and space stuff (Natural History Museum), the other memorabilia from around England (Victoria & Albert Museum).

These are very nice to visit and take your mind off current events or even just a bad day, This Week In London (thisismargate.co.uk). The Royal Parks as a whole are a natural paradise; the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of central London. Kensington Gardens in particular is a beautifully laid out space, with its winding paths and grand entrances. Each area has its own unique personality, which makes it easy to find the perfect spot to relax with a good book or excellent entertainment (yes that's right, you'll find theatre here too).

Like many of the parks in London, this area is vast: Kensington Gardens’ 45 hectares are regularly used by up to 5 million people every year. The park has become known as one of Harry Pooters favourite places to “put his feet up and read a book”. While we tend to focus on the area around Kensington Underground Station, where there is lots of shopping, eating, drinking places, etc, this post is going to focus specifically on a different area Kensington Gardens.

The Regents Park

It sits at the heart of London, just north of Oxford Street in an area that known as Fitzrovia. The park was formed as a result of three Acts of Parliament in the 19th century together with Royal Park status granted by King George IV. The park is bordered by some of Londons major cultural institutions making Regents Park a well-known destination for tourists and locals alike. The Regent’s Park is one of the greatest parks in the world and is straight out of an 18th century painting.

It is surrounded by magnificent houses and mansions, This Week In London (thisismargate.co.uk). Within the park you can find a beautiful lake, open air theatre, sunken gardens and even a zoo! The park also has a great array of fountains that make it perfect for a picnic on a warm day. The Regents Park covers an area of 395 acres, including a lot of green areas and beautiful buildings. In the middle, there is even an artificial lake, which was once an open-air theatre! The park is a perfect choice for families with kids and pets.

The Regents Park is divided into three sections: The Outer Circle, Central, and Inner Circle. Start off by visiting the Royal Parks Visitor Centre, located at Royal Hospital Road. Here you can pick up a map of the park. Have you ever been to Regents Park? If not, then this map is the perfect introduction to one of London's finest parks. Theres so much to explore and see at Regents Park that its hard to know where to begin.