Parks in London

Bishops Park

Thames-side walks in a green space with playgrounds and sports areas, flower beds, a lake and beach.

Wimbledon and Putney Commons

Riding, walking trails, ponds and sports pitches on vast expanse of grassland and woodland.

Bloomsbury Square

Green public space with lawns, shrubberies, children's playground and statues of politicians.

Acton Park

Community park open since 1888 with a cafe, pond, bowling green, playground & tennis courts.

Waterlow Park

Tranquil, 12-hectare garden for walks & picnics, featuring city views, ponds & mature trees.

Ruskin Park

Grassy parkland offering walking trails, sports fields, a playground, ponds, wetlands & wildlife.

Hackney Downs Park

Green space with play area, basketball, football and tennis facilities and seasonal athletics track.

Paddington Recreation Ground

This 27-acre park features a cafe & a gym, plus tennis, cricket & other outdoor sports.

Mudchute Park and Farm

Home to rare breeds, horses & ponies, plus a pets' corner, with animal encounter sessions.

Stratford Park

Park featuring a playground, paved paths & a fountain, plus tennis, basketball & other sports.

Shoreditch Park

Massive granite boulder forming a public-realm sculpture but also available to rock-climbers.

Haggerston Park

Park with free BMX track, a community orchard and food-growing garden, a farm and sports amenities.

Walpole Park

Large public park with 2 ponds, a cafe and children's playground, plus an 18th-century manor house.

Victoria Embankment Gardens

Peaceful green space with grassy picnic areas, a bandshell & gardens, plus a 1626 Thames River gate.

Springfield Park

Green space including outdoor chess, cricket and tennis, and a seasonal athletics track, plus cafes.

Victoria Tower Gardens

Tranquil park offering river views & a playground as well as memorial statues & structures.

Ravenscourt Park

Park including tennis courts, a basketball court, a bowling green, a lake and a child-friendly café.

Mile End Park

Scenic liner park by the canal featuring cycling and pedestrian pathways, along with a playground.

Victoria Embankment Gardens: Whitehall Gardens

Historic garden in the shadow of the landmark Horse Guard building, with flowers, statues and paths.

Grosvenor Square

Since the American mission to the UK in 1785 this square has been known for its diplomatic links.