Richmond Park
The largest open space in London, covering almost 1,000 hectares (2,500 acres) and home to a huge array of wildlife, including 400 wild deer. Also contains the lush Isabella Plantation, which is full of trees and flowers, and the Royal Ballet School, seen in the film Billy Elliot. Popular with cyclists, both for the on-road perimeter circuit and the off-road trails. There are several car parks for walkers and picnickers.
Why it is worth a visit
London's largest royal park, with free-roaming herds of red and fallow deer and the protected view from King Henry's Mound.
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Highlights
Why visit
London's largest royal park, with free-roaming herds of red and fallow deer and the protected view from King Henry's Mound.
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