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London's Open Spaces: Parks and Gardens

Spending time in London doesn't have to mean forfeiting fresh air, nature and wildlife. The big smoke has plenty of green and open spaces for you to make the most of.

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City Farms
Where can you find alpacas, llamas and chickens, join a gardening club and learn to ride? On London's city farms, of course!
Royal Parks in London
A retreat from the capital's hustle and bustle, the Royal Parks cater to everyone from deckchair lover to soapbox orator
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Open Spaces Features

Large Parks
Wander through a lush London park and get closer to nature
London Wildweb
Find out about London's flora and fauna with Wildweb
Local Parks
London has many delightful parks outside the city centre
Accessible Outdoor Places
Sample the great outdoors in London, we've something for everyone
 

People Like You

Get the insider’s view of London from people like you. Find out about green and budget London

Discover London Trails
Download one of our many fun London trails, and explore the city!
Cycling Tours
A cycling tour is a refreshing and alternative way to see London
 

Open Spaces Editor's Picks

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Hampton Court Palace
Discover 500 years of Royal history at Hampton Court Palace
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Visit the historical gardens at The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Inn the Park
A contemporary British restaurant inside St James's Park
ZSL London Zoo
London's world famous zoo houses 12,000 animals
 

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