Park & outdoorsPet friendly4.8 editorial
Richmond Park
Richmond, London, United Kingdom
Over an hour from your starting point
Review
London's wildest Royal Park. Spotting deer from the path never gets old, and you can still find quiet. A gold-standard free, dog-friendly day — just respect the animals and the seasonal lead rules.
Our recommendation. Park at Kingston Gate for the playground plus a deer-y walk. Pack binoculars.
- Wild deer
- Isabella Plantation
- King Henry's Mound
- Playgrounds
Best age groups
Wild deer, kites and space — free and huge
Toddlers 0–4
A strong fit
Little kids 5–8
A strong fit
Tweens 9–12
A strong fit
Teens 13–16
A strong fit
Pets
Dogs welcome. Keep them on a lead near deer, especially in calving season (May–July) and the autumn rut. Use the off-lead areas with care.
- Time needed
- 2–5 hours
- Typical cost
- Free
- Cover
- Mostly outdoors