Pay to use equipment will be installed in the Park’s loos this spring, in preparation for the 20p charge to be introduced later in the year
January Park diaries
A new pond project, recognising animal footprints (easier in winter-time mud and snow), and how not to find yourself locked into the Park at night!
Bad news on policing
Royal Parks police funding has been cut by 23%, with large cuts in police numbers likely. Find out why the Friends are concerned
Pembroke Lodge closure
Pembroke Lodge reopened on Friday 6th February after a full refurbishment
December Park diaries
On December 17th, a public meeting arranged by Zac Goldsmith MP will discuss the issues raised by cycling in Richmond Park.
November Park diaries
Facing significant budget cuts, The Royal Parks have decided to charge visitors 20p to use the toilets in Richmond Park, beginning in 2015
Threat to policing in the Park
Act now to help us stop further cuts in Richmond Park policing and improve the way policing operates in both Richmond and Bushy Parks
October Park diaries
Who knew? Eels, curious snake-like fish, have been found in many of the Park’s ponds and can occasionally be seen hunting their prey at dusk
September Park diaries
As usual at this time of year, visitors are advised to keep well clear of deer in the Park, giving them the respect and space they need during the rut
August Park and Isabella diary
The Park team acts to control invasive bracken and ragwort, a bright yellow flowering plant which is poisonous to livestock but attractive to bees