Discover more about the Royal Parks
Read, watch or listen to delve deeper into what makes the Royal Parks so unique.
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ReadDiscover the trees of the Royal Parks
The 170,000 mature trees, young trees and shrubs within the Royal Parks are London’s living history. Use this guide to explore this fascinating history.
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ReadNature's impact on mental health & wellbeing
Discover the healing power of nature for mental health. Learn how outdoor activities and connecting with nature boost wellbeing with The Royal Parks.
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ReadA dig with a grand view
Over the past few months, the archaeology team have been working on the Grand Ascent, the slope below the General Wolfe statue.
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ReadThe trees of the Royal Parks
As the biggest plants on the planet, the trees in the Royal Parks give us oxygen, store carbon, stabilise the soil and give life to London’s wildlife.
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ReadThe Story of Alice Elizabeth Jarman
The story of one woman’s tragic murder – a glimpse into women’s lives, wartime London and the history of Kensington Gardens.
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ReadPlants for a purpose - winter 2023
Every season, new planting at Victoria Gate in Hyde Park will reveal a different purpose for plants – from food and fuel to medicine and materials.
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ReadHyde Park Pet Cemetery
One of the first public pet cemeteries in the UK, over 1,000 dogs and cats have been laid to rest here.
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ReadJoe Louis at Bushy Park
Joe Louis is remembered as one of the first black sportsmen to transcend the colour barrier, and in WW2 he made a special appearance at Bushy Park.
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ReadSoil is Alive
The Royal Parks is unearthing the value of our soils, through an action plan of research, conservation and landscape management within the Parks.
