In the centre of Richmond Park sits Pen Ponds; two lakes, the Upper and the Lower Pond. You can walk along the footpath that separates them. On the lakes are three islands which provide roosting and nesting spots for birds. Keep an eye out for a heron keeping a silent watchful eye on proceedings.
There is a coffee van a short walk south east from here at the Pen Ponds Car Park.

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January 12, 2023

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Beautiful lake in the center of Richmond park, you can admire different types of birds and if the season is right even some deer

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March 25, 2024

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Lot’s of waterbirds. These ponds lie in notorious frost-hollow

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1. 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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2. Isabella Plantation to Royal Ballet School loop — Richmond Park

6.59km

01:45

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

25.9km

06:41

140m

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

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Elevation 20 m

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