Richmond Park is a wild and rural landscape just a stone’s throw from central London. The largest of the city’s Royal Parks, Richmond was created by Charles I in the 17th century as a deer park and you can observe herds there to this day.

The site has many ancient trees and is home to a number of species of fungi, birds, beetles, bats, grasses and wildflowers. Richmond Park has many buildings of architectural or historic interest, including the Grade I-listed White Lodge, which was formerly a royal residence and is now the Royal Ballet School.

Conor Davies

June 8, 2022

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An absolutely massive park with so much to see, I love it here.

Jenny Bater-Sinclair

March 25, 2024

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Famous for deer, there are 650 in the park! 2 kinds: Red (darker and larger) and fallow (smaller, light brown dappled) - feeding or touching is prohibited.

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Richmond Park & the River Thames loop from Richmond

13.6km

03:33

100m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Isabella Plantation to Royal Ballet School loop

6.59km

01:45

60m

This easy 4.1-mile loop in Richmond Park combines the vibrant Isabella Plantation with historic White Lodge and deer spotting.

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Pen Ponds, Richmond Park – Richmond Bridge loop from East Putney

25.9km

06:41

130m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 30 m

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Saturday 4 April

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Location: London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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Richmond Park Deer and Pond View

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Richmond Park & the River Thames loop from Richmond

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Pen Ponds, Richmond Park – Richmond Bridge loop from East Putney

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