Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Royal Borough of Greenwich

We've collected top 10 mentioned nature and wildlife areas in Royal Borough of Greenwich from other articles such as Attractions, Tours & Hotel Deals | OverseasAttractions.com, tripadvisor.co.uk, Lonely Planet Top Choices.

Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Royal Borough of Greenwich

Hampstead Heath
Hampstead Heath
4.7 (15947 ratings)4.5 (1545 ratings)
Green oasis for recreation, with swimming ponds, woodland and city views from Parliament Hill.
London, United Kingdom
ParkNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by A Complete Guide of London | The Shaftesbury Hotels Collection Blog
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"This is a very popular park/green area, as it’s a particularly beautiful spot in London that offers you stunning views of the city. There is a lovely lido too that your children will love swimming in before you find a spot to have the perfect picnic."
Mentioned by Country and Town House
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"From wonderful walking trails to taking a dip in the bathing ponds, there is plenty to do and enjoy at Hampstead Heath. Branded ‘an island of beautiful countryside’, you’ll never get tired of visiting this thriving inner city escape."
Old Deer Park Sports Grounds
Old Deer Park Sports Grounds
4.5 (304 ratings)4.5 (51 ratings)
Function room complex in a parkland setting, hosting weddings, launches and corporate events.
187 Kew Rd, Richmond, TW9 2AZ, United Kingdom
Event venueNature & ParksCafeChildren's party serviceSports barSports clubWedding venueNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by 5 Accessible Places to Visit in Richmond Upon Thames for Disabled People | AccessAble
"The Old Deer Park today is an important site for sport and events. The Pools on the Park Complex offers indoor and outdoor pools plus a gym. There are facilities for football, cricket, rugby, an outdoor gym and both hard and grass tennis courts."
Mentioned by Richmond | AccessAble
Isabella Plantation
Isabella Plantation
4.8 (2153 ratings)5 (263 ratings)
Lush 40-acre woodland located within Richmond Park & known for its evergreen azaleas.
Richmond Park, Richmond, TW10 5HS, United Kingdom
Botanical gardenNature & ParksArboretumGardenParkNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Secret London
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"Full of rare and unusual trees and shrubs, the Isabella Plantation is a beautiful spot set in the depths of Richmond Park. It’s a green space for most of the year, but in April & May, the azaleas bloom and Isabella Plantation becomes a perfect pink paradise. COVID-19 UPDATE: Isabella Plantation is currently closed to the public."
WWT London Wetland Centre
WWT London Wetland Centre
4.6 (2144 ratings)4.5 (568 ratings)
Wetland nature reserve with 6 bird spotting hides plus a cafe, daily tours and specialist talks.
Queen Elizabeth's Walk, London, SW13 9WT, United Kingdom
Wildlife parkNature & ParksBird watching areaNature preserveVisitor centerNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
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"One of Europe’s largest inland wetland projects, this 42-hectare centre run by the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust was transformed from four Victorian reservoirs in 2000 and attracts some 140 species of bird, as well as frogs, butterflies, dragonflies and lizards, plus a thriving colony of watervoles. The glass-fronted observatory affords panoramic views over the lakes, while meandering paths and boardwalks lead visitors through the watery habitats of black swans, Bewick's swans, geese, red-crested pochards, sand martins, coots, bitterns, herons and kingfishers."
Mentioned by Attractions, Tours & Hotel Deals | OverseasAttractions.com
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"Voted in 2012 as Britain’s Favourite Natural Reserve, WWT London Wetland Centre is an oasis of natural wildlife placed right in the heart of London. Managed by Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, this idyllic wetland reserve is located in a loop of the Thames and occupies more than 100 acres of land. Home for a significant number of unique species of birds, insects, amphibians and other wildlife representatives, the Wetland Centre represents a real natural wonder."
Mentioned by standard.co.uk
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"Just ten minutes from Hammersmith, you'll get lost in the London Wetland Centre and its lakes, ponds and gardens. Aside from the daily guided tours, you can meet the otters, feed the birds, or take part in a host of family activities such as pond dipping and nature walks."
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
4.5 (2339 ratings)4.5 (65 ratings)
Open spaces and sports venues comprising a 26-mile-long, 10,000-acre park, with a community focus.
Myddelton House Gardens, Enfield, EN2 9HG, United Kingdom
ParkNature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasState Parks
Mentioned by BabyBreaks
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"This farm is little further out of London, but a whole day of adventure and fun can be enjoyed here, thanks to a huge array of facilities, besides the friendly animals. There’s indoor soft play at the Bundle Barn, an alpine toboggan run, Dino Dig and Splash play area and an adventure playground. Unlike most of the other city farms in London listed, there is a small entry price for this one (£10) but this includes entry to all indoor and outdoor play areas, activities, animals, bird shows and a tractor ride to the dairy farm."
Mentioned by Visit London
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"A post shared by Georgiebd (@georgie.bd) on May 26, 2018 at 10:23am PDT. Cycle along the paths or take a stroll at Lee Valley Regional Park. Stretching 42km (26 miles) along the river Lee, past Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and up to Ware in Hertfordshire, there is plenty of opportunity to spot wildlife, relax or play."
Two Tree Island
Two Tree Island
4.4 (77 ratings)4 (172 ratings)
Grassy island nature reserve with walking paths & designated birdwatching areas.
United Kingdom
IslandNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Love Southend
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"Two Tree Island is a small island just southwest of Leigh-on-Sea and connected only by a bridge. With its breathtaking sights and a wealth of various wildlife to observe and explore, it’s no wonder that Two Tree Island is so popular with bird watchers and nature enthusiasts."
Petersham Meadows
Petersham Meadows
4.7 (73 ratings)4.5 (34 ratings)
Richmond, TW10 6UY, United Kingdom
City parkNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Belton Hills Nature Reserve
Belton Hills Nature Reserve
4.4 (212 ratings)4.5 (26 ratings)
67A Marine Parade, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 2NQ, United Kingdom
ParkNature & ParksGardensNature & Wildlife Areas
Littleheath Woods
Littleheath Woods
4.7 (17 ratings)5 (10 ratings)
South Croydon, UK
WoodsNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Walthamstow Wetlands, London Wildlife Trust
Walthamstow Wetlands, London Wildlife Trust
4.6 (1770 ratings)4 (43 ratings)
Urban nature reserve comprising 10 reservoirs, with birdwatching plus a cafe & visitors centre.
2 Forest Rd, London, N17 9NH, United Kingdom
Nature preserveNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas

Historic Sites in Royal Borough of Greenwich

Royal Observatory Greenwich
Royal Observatory Greenwich
4.5 (14160 ratings)4 (3086 ratings)
Wren's 18th-century astronomical observatory on the Prime Meridian, now a museum with a planetarium.
Blackheath Ave, Greenwich, London, SE10 8XJ, United Kingdom
ObservatorySights & LandmarksGift shopHistorical landmarkMuseumHistoric SitesObservatories & PlanetariumsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"Royal Museums Greenwich is a group of four museums in the green and peaceful southeast London neighborhood of Greenwich. The historic complex, a UNESCO's World Heritage site, includes the National Maritime Museum; the Queen's House art gallery; the Royal Observatory (where you can stand on the famous Prime Meridian line); and the world’s last tea clipper ship, the Cutty Sark. The area also boasts postcard-perfect vistas of London’s skyline from across the Thames."
Mentioned by Destguides
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"The Royal Observatory is located in Greenwich and is significant as this is where Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) gets measured from. The Prime Meridian runs through this landmark, and when the sun is at its highest point above the line, it is noon. Along with viewing the Prime Meridian line, there is a museum where you can learn more about the history of GMT and the observatory."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
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"Greenwich is on the prime meridian at 0° longitude, and the ultimate standard for time around the world has been set here at the Royal…"
St Bartholomew the Great
St Bartholomew the Great
4.7 (387 ratings)4.5 (212 ratings)
Church, founded in 1123 as a priory, with ornate interiors, CofE services and a cloister cafe.
Cloth Fair, Barbican, London, EC1A 7JQ, United Kingdom
Anglican churchSights & LandmarksEvent venueWedding venueArchitectural BuildingsSacred & Religious SitesHistoric SitesChurches & Cathedrals
Queen Charlotte's Cottage
Queen Charlotte's Cottage
4.3 (21 ratings)4 (237 ratings)
Royal Botanic Gardens, Richmond, TW9 3AE, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
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"The elegant redbrick exterior of the smallest of Britain's royal palaces seems almost humble when compared with the grandeur of, say,…"

Top Best Japanese Restaurants in Royal Borough of Greenwich

MATSUBA
MATSUBA
4.2 (104 ratings)
Contemporary Japanense restaurant for modern and traditional dishes served amid dark-wood furniture.
10 Red Lion St, Richmond, TW9 1RW, United Kingdom
Japanese restaurantCatererTakeout RestaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by Time Out London
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"As pretty as a box of luxury chocolates, Matsuba is all dark wood and subtle light panels, with a discreet sushi bar, vintage Japanese parasols dotted around and quietly polite waiters. The menu trawls through the full Japanese repertoire from tempura to tonkatsu, but also expect a smattering of Korean dishes including bulgogi and bibimbap. Affluent Richmond locals appreciate Matsuba’s very decent wine list too."
Sumi Restaurant
Sumi Restaurant
4.8 (38 ratings)
157 Westbourne Grove, London, W11 2RS, United Kingdom
Japanese restaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by Eater London
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"Sumi, in Westbourne Grove, is sushi master Endo Kazutoshi’s version of a lower key restaurant, an analogue to his Michelin-starred restaurant Endo at the Rotunda in White City. But low-key here means beautiful brushed wood interiors that will hopefully welcome guests again soon, and a trio of bento boxes with superlative quality chirashi. One of the most luxurious takeaway options out there right now."
Mentioned by Hot Dinners
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"Having already opened his fabulously-reviewed Endo at the Rotunda, sushi master Endo went one further opening this new sushi bar in the heart of lockdown. Notting Hill residents were the first to enthuse about the amazing bento boxes. If you were missing top drawer sushi during the lockdowns, just looking at Sumi's Insta account might break you."
Mentioned by Eater London
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"Endo Kazutoshi has opened a more laid-back, still pristinely wood-panellled neighbourhood ode to the craft of sushi in Westbourne Grove. The Sumi terrace is open for al fresco dining, offering two chirashi boxes with fatty tuna and caviar as optional add-ons."
Monohon Ramen
Monohon Ramen
4.6 (845 ratings)
Classic ramen is given the full Japanese treatment at this relaxed, compact eatery.
102 Old St, London, EC1V 9AY, United Kingdom
Ramen restaurantJapanese restaurant
Mentioned by London On The Inside
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"Located on the Clerkenwell side of Old Street, Monohon serves just six types of ramen, including three soup-less ones, one of which is served chilled. The Spicy Tonkotsu – creamy pork bone broth with thin noodles, bean sprouts, spring onions, slow cooked pork belly and spicy miso pork mince – is a winner and you can customise it to your liking, choosing level of spice, how hard you want your noodles and how big you want the bowl to be. Slurping = essential."

Best Gelato in Royal Borough of Greenwich

Amorino
Amorino
4.4 (1099 ratings)
41 Old Compton St, London, W1D 6HF, United Kingdom
Ice cream shopCafe
Mentioned by Time Out London
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"Restaurants Ice-cream parlours King’s Road. Delight in dairy at this London branch of a US chain, where your Italian ice-cream comes shaped like a flower. At least it does if you ask for a cone on which ice-cream slabs, rather than scoops, are formed into ‘petals’ atop a crispy waffle."
Mentioned by The Infatuation
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"Being given a rose is cool and all, but have you ever been given a rose you can eat?. You’ll never be happy with a basic rose again. Global ice cream chain Amorino has spots dotted all over London, over 20 flavours to choose from, and gives you the freedom to pick as many as you want."
Mentioned by standard.co.uk
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"There are a lot of Amorinos around – not just in London but across Europe too. While it’s a chain, its ice cream is still second to none. Classic flavours are the focus here and it tends to be simple but effective: see an Amorino and you’ll get a cracking cone."
La Gelatiera
La Gelatiera
4.6 (1124 ratings)
Modern Italian gelato maker, using natural, organic ingredients and traditional churning processes.
27 New Row, London, WC2N 4LA, United Kingdom
Ice cream shopCoffee store
Mentioned by Foodism
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"Trust us, this is some of the best vegan gelato you’ll find in London. Even though not all of the options are vegan-friendly, the ones that are are really, really great. By using both carefully selected ingredients and artisanship, the award-winning La Gelatiera has concocted a wide range of options that even the snobbiest of gelato fans won’t be able to turn their noses up at."
Mentioned by Visit London
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"A post shared by La Gelatiera - Artisan Gelato (@lagelatiera) on Mar 10, 2017 at 11:28am PST. Creative flavours, such as tongue-tingling chili and basil, have won La Gelatiera an impressive list of foodie awards. Its name refers to the gelato churn used in Italy, and reflects the spot’s dedication to handmade treats."
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
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"They make traditional gelato that tastes evert bit as good as anything you’d have in Italy. Walking down the streets of London on a sunny day with one of their cones is one of life’s great pleasures. They also do great waffles and other tasty sweet treats but keep your eye on the prize and focus in on the gelato."
Romeo & Giulietta Artisan Gelateria
Romeo & Giulietta Artisan Gelateria
4.9 (453 ratings)
137 Albion Rd, London, N16 9JU, United Kingdom
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by Eater London
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"Stoke Newington’s neighbourhood gelateria is a quiet hit, going about local business through lockdowns and beyond. If anything based on ricotta is on, order it, while the extra dark chocolate sorbet is reminiscent of Florence gelateria Neri’s version (that is to say, it’s outstanding) and the parlour’s speciality, “biscokrok,” is an Italianate riff on cookies and cream that will convert anyone hardened by a bad experience with Ben and Jerry."
Mentioned by Hotspot-Hunter
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"London’s most underrated gelato shop in Stoke Newington, Romeo & Giulietta – with the friendliest gelato scoopers – is worth a visit from more than just locals. Ricotta gelato with syrupy, sweet, super gooey swirls of caramelised figs or a scoop of their signature Biscokrok – a biscuit base covered in chocolate sauce – you can even add chocolate sprinkles on top. 137 Albion Rd, London N16 9JU"
Mentioned by MOB Kitchen
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"Two households, both alike in dignity, in fair Stoke Newington, where we lay our scene, from ancient grudge break to new mutiny, where civil ice cream makes civil hands unclean. Or – y’know – something like that. Romeo & Giulietta is a sweet neighbourhood ice cream parlour that you’re destined to fall in love with as soon as you walk through the door."

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