★Richmond Park Walk/Pub Social★

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Join us for a delightful walk along the Richmond Riverside, filled with scenic views, historic sights, and charming stops. Here's what you can look forward to:

Stage 1: Richmond Riverside & Duck Pond Market
We’ll start at the beautiful Richmond Riverside, where you'll have the chance to explore the Duck Pond Market. This market combines the magic of a festival with interesting arts, crafts, and homewares. There’s delicious food to enjoy and some to take home. It’s a local, sustainable, and ethical market in a beautiful setting—definitely worth a visit.

Stage 2: Picturesque Richmond Riverside
From the market, we’ll stroll along the picturesque Richmond Riverside. The views here are simply stunning, with the serene Thames and lush surroundings providing the perfect backdrop for our walk.

Stage 3: Terrace Gardens
Our walk then takes us through the enchanting Terrace Gardens. These formal gardens overlook the River Thames and are famous for their seasonal bedding, shrubberies, rockery, and rose garden. As we explore, we’ll pause at the balustrade seating area to admire the formal pool and its modern statue of Aphrodite, affectionately known as Bulbous Betty.. We’ll also take a moment to soak in the view from Richmond Hill, a sight that has inspired countless artists and is protected by an Act of Parliament.

Stage 4: Hollyhock Café
While enjoying the gardens, we’ll stop at the Hollyhock Fairtrade Café. Nestled in the midst of Terrace Gardens, this café feels like it’s straight out of a fairytale. With its crooked terrace and twinkling fairy lights, you’ll be enchanted. Plus, the panoramic views of the Thames are stunning. While we stop for coffee, we can also sit on the green, have a chat, and admire the beautiful scenery.

Stage 5: Richmond park
Eventually we will arrive at the park w.here we will admire its stunning views as well as keeping an eye out for deers

Stage 6: Pub
The final point will be at the pub where we will grab a pint and have a chat. Also you can grab some pub food is you are feelings pekish

About the Walk
This walk will take around 2 hours in total. There is some fairly steep uphill walking, but we will be going at a slow pace and can split into two groups if needed.

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