Picnic in a London Park

Outdoor socialising is one of London’s favourite past times whether it’s a few drinks with friends in a local pub garden, a romantic picnic in the park or a weekend at an outdoor summer festival. If lazy Sunday afternoons in the park is your thing, check out some of London’s best parks below.

Primrose Hill

Primrose Hill in London’s NW3 is a small, hilly park that boasts fantastic views over London. Once you’ve climbed its steep slopes to the top of the hill you can set up your picnic and admire the scenery while you sup on a glass of Pimms or two. There are many cosy little cafés, restaurants and pubs nearby so there are toilets in the vicinity if you need one. You can visit the park anytime you like and there is no charge to use it.

Green Park

Green Park near Piccadilly, London covers 47 acres of land. Although very close to St James’s Park, Green Park differs greatly from its neighbour. It is much more serene, with mature trees and grassland which make perfect spots for picnics. Entry into this lovely park is free and its open all day.

Hyde Park

One of London’s finest historic landscapes covering a massive 350 acres of land! There is something for everyone in Hyde Park. With over 4,000 trees, a lake, a meadow, horse rides and more it is easy to forget you’re in the middle of London. There are also ideal spots in the park to set up your picture-perfect picnic. The park is open from 5am until midnight all year round.

Clapham Common

One of South West London’s more urban-style parks, Clapham Common is a huge space ideal for everyone. There are plenty of quiet spots for a picnic, but before you go do a bit of research as the park often plays host to events. There are loads of restaurants and bars close by and the park is open all day, everyday.

Greenwich Park

Covering 183 acres, Greenwich is the oldest enclosed Royal Park and it is home to a small herd of fallow and red deer. Situated on top of a hill, visitors can enjoy sweeping views across the River Thames to St Paul’s Cathedral and beyond. The park is part of the Greenwich World Heritage Site, host to the Prime Meridian Line and the old Royal Observatory, as well as having the National Maritime Museum as a neighbour. The park is open from 6.00am for pedestrians (and 7.00am for traffic) all year round and is free to enter.

To view maps and images of these parks, visit www.exclusivelondon.co.uk