Bushy Park is the second largest of the royal parks and has a distinctly rural feel, as about 350 free roaming deer live amid the 1099 acres. The park lies to the north of Hampton Court Palace, which is definitely worth a visit and there is still evidence of the medieval field boundaries, just south of the Waterhouse Woodland Gardens.
There are an array of sporting facilities including a riding school for the disabled and cycling for people with special needs, through the Companion Cycling Scheme. There are pitches for rugby, football, cricket and hockey, an open air pool and fitness gym, a bowling green, tennis courts and fishing in season.
The park houses a children's playground and toilets for disabled people are available. You can enjoy a quick bite to eat at the mini café serving deli style catering, which is open daily from 9am-8pm in the summer and 10am-4pm in the winter.
Some restoration projects are currently underway involving the 'Diana' Fountain, the magical Woodland Gardens and the addition of a brand new visitor welcome centre at Broom Clumps. The park offers a tranquil place to relax with a picnic in the summer months, enjoy leisurely walks or have an informal kick about with friends.
Opening Times
The park is open from 5am to 10.30pm for pedestrians and from 6.30am to dusk for vehicles (7.00pm in winter).
Site Description Public Park
Site Facilities Cafe / Coffee Shop, Children's Playground, Cycle/Running Path, Facilities for Disabled, Picnic Area, Public Toilets, Tennis Court, Walking Trails
Attractions Lake, Wildlife
Displays Flower Gardens, Native Wildlife
Operating Times 7 Days/Week
Admission Free Admission
General Child Friendly, Groups
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2009 marks the 250th anniversary of Scottish poet Robert Burns' birth. Burns was a poet and a lyricist and is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland.
The Burns Supper was started a few years after his death by a group of his friends; they held the supper to honour and remember Burns. The tradition caught on and the ritual of Burns Supper is now held all around the world.
His life and work will be celebrated throughout the year at many Burns-related events.
