Richmond Park covers almost 1,000 hectares, is home to a huge array of wildlife - particularly deer - and is the largest open space in London.

Richmond Park has been designated a site of special scientific interest and a National Nature Reserve. The royal connections with this park probably go back further than with any other, beginning with Edward (1272-1307). It was during Henry VII's reign that the name was changed from the Manor of Sheen to Richmond Park.

The park has a wide range of facilities on offer, including a playground at Petersham Gate, special needs education facilities at Holly Lodge and disabled toilets.

There are also several spots to get food; the Roehampton Café and Pembroke Lodge as well as refreshment points at Broomfield and Pen Pound car parks.

At weekends and during the holidays the park frequently attracts visitors for informal sports - football, cricket and the like. In season the wooded areas of the park are excellent for cross-country running and orienteering.

There are extensive facilities for rugby (often in use by Rosslyn Park RFC) - that are also used (well, at least the pitches are) for polo on occasion. There are stables just outside the park's main gates, making horse riding in the park nice and easy. There are also two 18-hole golf courses and a 16-bay driving range.

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