Outdoors

London offers a vast array of attractions to suit all ages and interests. This section offers the very best in outdoor attractions around London, from Kenwood House to London Zoo, Kew Gardens to Open Air Theatre; there is plenty to enjoy and get the best of the urban outdoors.

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Tom HunterInspiring spaces: A Room for London
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to wake up in the centre of London, with a view of the Thames and the City of London, and with Southbank on your doorstep? Some very lucky people will be experiencing just that this year. 2012… Read More

London Zoo

London Zoo

London Zoo is an oasis in the heart of the capital. Set in leafy Regent's Park amid heritage-listed buildings and beautiful gardens, it is the oldest scientific zoo in the world, opening in 1828. With over 720 amazing species to discover, many endangered, as well as… Read More

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre

Now in its 80th season, the award-winning Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre is a London landmark – a firm fixture of summer in the city, providing a cultural hub in the beautiful surroundings of a Royal Park. Its steeply raked auditorium make it… Read More

Kayaking London

Kayaking London

Try your hand at kayaking on one of the most iconic stretches of water in the world. London came to exist because of the Thames. Yet very few Londoners have really experienced the river. Kayaking gives the perfect way to experience one of the most…
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Johnny Haynes Stand

Johnny Haynes Stand

Weeks after its centenary year, on 27 November 2005, it was announced that the Stevenage Road Stand at Craven Cottage would be renamed The Johnny Haynes Stand. The 5,889 capacity stand is a home area only. This historic stand has witnessed Fulham matches now for over a century…
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Richmond Bridge

Richmond Bridge

Richmond Bridge is an 18th-century stone arch bridge in south west London, The bridge, which is a Grade I listed building, was built between 1774 and 1777. The foundation stone of Richmond Bridge was laid on 23 August 1774 by the Hon. Henry Hobart. The principal architect was James…
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Covent Garden

Covent Garden

Covent Garden is one of London’s most exciting public spaces playing host to a range of arts and culture events. From the architectural splendour of its neo-classical covered Market, which is Grade II listed, to such world-class arts venues as the Royal Opera…
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Hackney City Farm

Hackney City Farm

For over 20 years, Hackney City Farm has been giving the local community the opportunity to experience farming right in the heart of the city. It offers an opportunity for children and adults to get up close to a range of farmyard animals and to learn…
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Kenwood House

Kenwood House

Set in beautiful landscaped parkland in the midst of Hampstead Heath, Kenwood House is one of the most magnificent visitor attractions in London. This elegant villa, remodelled by Robert Adam in the 18th century, houses a superb collection of paintings, including masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer,…
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Hyde Park

Hyde Park

London's Hyde Park is one of the greatest city parks in the world. Covering 142 hectares (350 acres) and with over 4,00 trees, a large lake, a meadow and ornamental flower gardens, there’s a good chance you’ll forget you are right in the…
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The Scoop

The Scoop

The Scoop at More London is an outdoor sunken amphitheatre with seating for 800. Throughout the summer months it regularly hosts a variety of free events - from free films, free music and free theatre to local community events and activities. The Scoop at More London…
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Kew Bridge Steam Museum

Kew Bridge Steam Museum

London's Kew Bridge Steam Museum was built in the 19th century to supply London with water, the museum is recognised as the most important historic site of the water supply industry in Britain. Marvel at the world's largest collection of steam pumping engines,…
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Spitalfields City Farm

Spitalfields City Farm

Sited on a former railway goods depot, the farm was started in 1978 in response to local people’s wishes to convert wasteland into allotments, having lost theirs to developers.  With a long tradition in the East End of backyard farming, it wasn&rsquo…
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