The Royal Parks

We are currently developing a new garden in The Regent’s Park to commemorate the life of Queen Elizabeth II. In this latest update we focus on biodiversity and the work, both internally and externally, taking place to help this thrive in the new garden. Watch on below to find out more. LUC

Run the 2026 Royal Parks Half Marathon and protect London’s eight Royal Parks. Register, here: https://bit.ly/49mpDCw.

Good luck to all The Royal Parks charity runners at the 2025 Royal Parks Half Marathon tomorrow! Thank you for your fantastic fundraising efforts.

At this time of year there aren't many better places in the world to be out exploring. On World Mental Health Day make sure to head outside to relax and spend some time with nature local to you. We've made it even easier for you to explore these green spaces by offering a guide to some of the best nature walks in London: https://bit.ly/4842h4L.

Interested in applying for our Constellations ° Residency? Join us for an open morning to view St Mary’s Lodge in Greenwich Park, the space that will be made available to the chosen artist in residence as their studio. Built in the early 1800’s, St Mary’s Lodge is a small, Grade II listed building in cottage orné style. The open morning will give you the opportunity to ask us any questions in person. UP Projects and The Royal Parks charity will be offering a socially engaged, early to mid-career artist: 🌱Free and exclusive studio space at St Mary’s Lodge 🌱£22,000 artist fee 🌱Tailored support to engage the park’s communities Full details of how to apply can be found on the UP Projects website. 📆Tuesday 14 October, 9.30-10.15 (Fully booked) & 10.30 -11.15am. Join us by signing up https://lnkd.in/ei4Zgm3H

Bushy Park, Brompton Cemetery, Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park, St. James's Park and The Green Park have been nominated for the People’s Choice Awards 2025, and they need your vote. Whether you come for a stroll, to admire the trees, check out the wildlife or just drop-in for a relaxation to help your wellbeing, now's your chance to show your appreciation. Vote today to help the parks gain this extra recognition: https://bit.ly/4oarMsd.

Please note that due to severe wind gusts caused by Storm Amy, all of the Royal Parks, plus Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens will be closed on Saturday 4 October. This closure includes all park roads and cycleways, cafés and kiosks, Parks Sports venues, the Serpentine Lido and Boating Lake, and the Royal Parks Shop. This closure is in line with our Tree Safety Policy and Emergency Plan relating to high winds. All parks will be subject to a delay to usual opening times on Sunday 5 October, following a safety inspection. Updates will be issued via our website: https://bit.ly/4mKnSVB and social media channels. The safety of visitors and staff is our top priority and we’re sorry for any inconvenience that these closures may cause.

Due to severe wind gusts forecast from Storm Amy, we may need to close Richmond Park tomorrow, Saturday 4 October. This is in line with our Tree Safety Policy and Emergency Plan relating to high winds. Please note that the park will be closed this evening, Friday 3 October, with pedestrian gates being closed at the same time as vehicle gates from 7pm. All the Royal Parks, Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens will be subject to a review on Saturday 4 October. Details of any closures or delayed openings will be added to our Park closures page below at 6am.

Black History Month is marked each October. In 1988, Hyde Park hosted the “Nelson Mandela: Freedom at 70” rally, which became one of the largest anti-apartheid demonstrations in the United Kingdom. Find out more about this day by reading our blog below.

Ever wandered into a park on a sunny day and felt a sudden burst of energy or a wave of relief? Moments like these aren’t a coincidence, they’re nature at work on your mental wellbeing. Find out more about how the parks help you do this by reading on below.