The Royal Parks

A sunny landscape showcasing a tree in full bloom with white blossoms. Sunlight filters through the branches, casting shadows on the green foliage and grass below. The sky is clear and blue, enhancing the brightness of the scene.

A field of vibrant yellow daffodils with orange centers, set against a backdrop of leafless trees. The flowers are in full bloom, creating a bright and cheerful scene.

A serene lake scene at sunset with vibrant pink, orange, and blue skies. Silhouettes of trees are reflected in the water, and a pair of ducks swim near the center.

A vibrant cherry blossom tree with branches full of pink flowers, set against a clear blue sky. A parrot is perched among the blossoms.

What a week across the parks 😍

Spring has officially arrived 🌸

A lush garden scene features vibrant green trees in the background and a variety of colorful flowers, including pink, yellow, and purple blooms. A path runs along the foreground, while two metal trellises are visible among the plants.

Today marks the start of National Lottery Open Week. National Lottery Players can take advantage of our events:

🌹 A free talk about the redesign of the Greenwich Park Rose Garden: https://bit.ly/3MJIIZC.

🎨 A free artist in residence open studio visit in Greenwich Park: https://bit.ly/4raK2Td.

Top things to do in the Royal Parks this spring It's time to turn down your thermostat – spring in London is here and there's plenty to do and enjoy in the Royal Parks.

Spring is blooming across the parks and now is the perfect time to step out into London's green spaces 🌺

From guided walking tours and family events to behind the scenes experiences, there’s plenty to inspire you as the days grow lighter 🙌

Discover our top events and activities by visiting below 🔽

A vibrant field of yellow daffodils in full bloom under a cloudy sky, with bare trees in the background.

A pathway in a park lined with lush green grass and daffodils leads under a tree blooming with vibrant pink cherry blossoms. A wooden fence runs along the path, and the sky is overcast.

A field of white snowdrop flowers with green tips blooms in a wooded area. Leafy stems surround the flowers, and bare trees stand in the background under a cloudy sky.

Two white camellia flowers with yellow centers are in focus, surrounded by glossy green leaves. The background is filled with more camellias and foliage. Droplets of water are visible on the petals and leaves.

The sights of spring are blooming in Bushy Park's Woodland Gardens 💛

Whatever the weather these will certainly cheer you up 🩷

Spring walking route through Hyde Park Take a stroll through Hyde Park and experience everything from historic monuments to peaceful gardens. Follow the route on our map at your own pace.

Spring transforms Hyde Park with fresh colour and active wildlife 🦢

This new self-guided route leads you through some of the park’s most unique areas, from historic monuments to peaceful gardens 🌷

Find out more, and plan your journey, by visiting the link below 🔽

A serene landscape featuring a large tree beside a calm, reflective lake during sunrise. The sky is softly lit, and the light is gently filtering through the branches. In the background, there's a fence running parallel to the lake. A misty atmosphere surrounds the scene, adding a peaceful vibe.

When the day starts like this you know it is going to be a good one 😍

📍 Richmond Park

📸 James Kliffen

Don't worry if you missed out in the Royal Parks Half Marathon ballot, we have charity places available! 🙌

Run the most scenic half marathon in the world 🏃

Find out more, and apply, here ▶️ https://bit.ly/49mpDCw.

Kicked off the day in the beautiful @theroyalparks.bsky.social #BushyPark - lovely pre-7am sunrise with a low mist.

A close-up view of a cherry blossom tree in full bloom with vibrant pink flowers against a clear blue sky.

A cherry blossom tree with vibrant pink flowers in full bloom against a clear blue sky.

A blossoming tree with pink flowers against a clear blue sky.

A tree with vibrant pink blossoms, with branches reaching upward against a clear blue sky. The flowers are densely clustered, creating a striking contrast with the sky.

Pretty in pink against a stunning blue sky 💙

Cherry blossom blooming well in St. James's Park 🩷

'Winter Warmer' Online Talks A series of online talks from January - March, designed to bring a little light, community and learning to you during those long winter nights.

Our final free 'Winter Warmer' talk of the current series takes place next week, which you can book onto here ▶️ https://bit.ly/4qNBsdA.

In the meantime make sure to watch back our last talk below 🔽

Join our Community Engagement Officer Hadeel as she explores the history behind playing outside 🛝

A heron on the left of the image standing on a riverbank looking over a river with reeds in it.

Four deer, two sitting and two standing, within Bushy Park. Trees can be seen in the background as the sun sets.

A dragonfly on a leave with water behind.

A swan and and six cygnets in water.

We have an amazing array of wildlife which make the Royal Parks their home 🦢 🐛 🦌 🦔

On World Wildlife Day why not share some of your favourite wildlife photos from the parks 🔽

Greylag goose in #bushypark @theroyalparks.bsky.social #Geese #Birds #Birdphotography

Spring walking route through Kensington Gardens Wander through Kensington Gardens this spring, taking in its sculptures, water features and open avenues. Follow the mapped route and enjoy the journey.

Spring brings a fresh energy to Kensington Gardens, with busy birdlife and new growth shaping the landscape 🌷

Our brand new self-guided route leads you through ornamental water features, historic landmarks and quieter green corners 🌳

Find out more, and plan your journey, by visiting below 🔽

A scenic view of the Apsley Gate in Hyde Park, London. In the foreground, colourful crocuses, including purple and white blooms, are scattered across a lush, green lawn. The archway with its classical columns is in the background, and a clear blue sky overhead.

What a beautiful start to the week ☀️

Spring vibes very much in the air.

📍 Apsley Gate, Hyde Park

A vibrant field of blooming yellow daffodils under a clear blue sky with bare trees in the background.

💛 Daffodils on St. David's Day

📍 St James's Park

Have you spotted the gorgeous blooms in the parks?

A vibrant spring garden filled with blooming white and purple crocuses and yellow daffodils scattered across lush green grass. Bright sunlight illuminates the scene, with trees and shrubs in the distant background.

💛 Stepping into spring 💜

👋 Hello March

Trees of St. James's Park Walking Tour Enjoy a walk with Royal Parks Treescape Curator Greg Packman to discover the landscape and cultural history of trees in St James’s Park.

Enjoy a walk with Royal Parks Treescape Curator, Greg to discover the trees of St. James’s Park this spring 🌳

You'll learn how the park has changed; take in the largest and oldest tree in the park; and explore the fascinating cultural history of some of its fruit trees.

Book your space below 🔽

A field covered with blooming purple and white crocuses under a clear sky, surrounded by green grass and scattered trees in the background.

A vibrant garden scene featuring yellow daffodils and purple crocuses scattered on green grass with some dried leaves.

A tree with vibrant pink cherry blossoms in full bloom fills the image, set against a clear blue sky background.

A lush park with blooming yellow daffodils and purple crocuses. Trees and buildings are visible in the background under a clear sky.

Spring scenes currently on show around the parks 😍

From Hyde Park to Richmond Park and beyond, the spring blooms are awakening 🌱

A vibrant field of yellow daffodils in full bloom lines a path in Hyde Park Bare trees are visible in the background alongside a black metal fence and a cafe structure. The sky is overcast, suggesting an early spring day.

Bringing a splash of colour to a dull February morning 💛

Head into Hyde Park from the east side and you'll be greeted by this sight 😍

Participants in athletic wear run past the Queen Victoria Memorial near Buckingham Palace. The image promotes the Royal Parks Half Marathon, with registration advertised for £35.

Don't worry if you missed out in the Royal Parks Half Marathon ballot, we have charity places available! 🙌

Run the most scenic half marathon in the world 🏃

Find out more, and apply, here ▶️ https://bit.ly/49mpDCw.

A large wooden pirate ship is being lifted by a crane at a construction site. The ship has several portholes and a cabin. Trees and buildings are visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

A section of a large wooden ship is being lifted by a crane over a construction site, surrounded by bare trees and a cloudy sky. Workers in safety gear are seen on the ground.

A construction site with a large red crane lifting a wooden structure. Two workers in high-visibility clothing observe the process. Trees and a cloudy sky are in the background.

A wooden sailing ship is being constructed outdoors. Several workers in helmets and high-visibility vests are assisting in the assembly using cranes and pulleys. The structure is set against a clear blue sky.

A brand new life-size wooden ship this week arrived in Kensington Gardens after making its maiden voyage across the North Sea ⛵

The new Galleon will be the centrepiece of the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground when it reopens in the summer 🙌

Find out more, here ▶️ https://bit.ly/3ONsVtb.

Lovely to see colours starting to emerge yesterday. Here some crocuses in #bushypark nestled amongst last year’s leaves. #flowers #Flowerphotography #Colours #crocuses @theroyalparks.bsky.social

Preparing for spring | The Royal Parks YouTube video by The Royal Parks

Preparations for the wonderful spring displays across the Royal Parks start many months earlier 🌺

The magic takes place in the Hyde Park Nursery, as Senior Nursery Worker, Jo explains 🗣️

Grey heron in #bushypark today @theroyalparks.bsky.social #Birds #Herons #Birdphotography @everyheron.bsky.social

A picturesque garden scene featuring vibrant red and pink flowers with lush green foliage in the foreground. A uniquely bent tree stands nearby. In the background, the buildings of Horse Guards Parade, recognizable by their classic architecture, are visible under a partly cloudy sky.

🌤️ The dapple of sunshine on the ground has been a welcome sight in recent days

📍 St. James's Park

Hundreds of runners cross the finish line of a half marathon in a park with large crowds cheering on either side. The scene is lively and vibrant, with trees lining the path. Various sponsor banners are visible near the finish line.

A person participating in a marathon with the bib number 17225 and name "Reena" is smiling while receiving water from supporters lined along the path. Other runners and supporters can be seen in the background, with trees lining the route.

A collection of wooden medals featuring intricate tree designs and text. The medals read "Royal Parks Half 12 October 2025" and are made from FSC-certified wood. The word "Half" is prominently displayed at the bottom of one medal.

A field of white flowers blooms in front of Buckingham Palace, surrounded by a black wrought-iron fence. The palace's ornate architecture is visible under a partly cloudy sky.

The Royal Parks Half Marathon continues to grow each year – with more than 16,000 runners participating each year 🏃

Several green initiatives help us achieve our goal of becoming one of the UK’s most sustainable major half marathons 💚

Learn what these are by reading on ▶️ https://bit.ly/4rZtZsj.

Busy Park #bushypark #royalparks #spring #London #wildlife @theroyalparks.bsky.social

Two people are examining tree leaves outdoors in a park. One holds a white net with an orange rim, while the other points at a branch. They are standing on a grassy area with more trees in the background.

A person is using a Ryobi power drill on a wooden structure while others observe. They are outdoors, surrounded by green foliage on a sunny day.

Three people are outdoors in a wooded area. One person is using a shovel to move soil, while the other two are observing a small box on the ground. They appear to be engaged in an outdoor activity or project.

A person in a dark North Face jacket and a beanie stands outdoors on a cloudy day, holding a shovel. Bare trees form the background.

We feel that it is a human right to have access to green space. Yet many young Londoners living in the heart of the city may have limited access 🌳

Our Green Futures project launched in 2021 gives local teenagers a taste of a career in the green sector 🧒

Learn more, here ▶️ https://bit.ly/3Opj2BP.

Spring Blooms in the Royal Parks As the days grow longer and the air fills with birdsong, the first blooms of spring begin to emerge in the Royal Parks.

As the days grow longer and the air fills with birdsong, the first blooms of spring are beginning to emerge in the Royal Parks 🌱

These delicate flowers are a sign of nature's renewal, brightening up our landscapes after the long winter months 🤩

Find out more about the first blooms of spring 🔽

Two children are happily playing on a wooden playground structure. The background shows more children on swings, surrounded by greenery and sand.

Two people are engaged in a coloring activity at a table outdoors. One is holding a few markers, while the other is coloring on a sheet that features whimsical designs, possibly from a collaborative event or craft session. They are in a park setting, suggesting a relaxed, creative environment.

A person crouches down to assist a child drawing on a wooden surface at a playground. Other people and children are playing in the background.

Three individuals are engaged in a discussion, pointing at a Diana Memorial Playground map on a table. Some wear colourful clothing and one has a visible tattoo on their wrist.

This summer will see the completion of a project to renew the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground in Kensington Gardens 🚢

The project focuses on incorporating accessibility & sustainability into the designs – making sure the parks are for everyone 🙌

Find out more ▶️ https://bit.ly/3Opj2BP.