Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.5.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Friends of Regent's Park & Primrose Hill The organisation for people who use and care about the Park ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Constitution of Friends of Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/the-friends/constitution) - We have expanded our Committee in recent years to reflect our increased scope and activities. And if you love the park like we do you will want to give back through volunteering opportunities that will enhance your park experience exponentially. Charitable Incorporated Organisation with voting members as well as its charity trustees Charity number 1201666 - [Achievements](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/the-friends/achievements-2/) - Our Achievements With the money raised by our members, we have contributed over £120,000 to Regent's Park Projects such as... The Queen Elizabeth II Garden The Hub Sports Project Regents Park Music Festival Disability cycling in the Park Islands in Queen Mary’s Gardens Nesting and feeding boxes for swifts Ducks for the Waterfowl Centre The - [Birds](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/wildlife/birds) - Key Birds to look out for Grey Heron, Peregrine Falcon, Kestrel, Little Owl, Green Woodpecker, Stock Dove, Reed Warbler and during passage periods Honey Buzzard, Osprey, Whinchat, Northern Wheatear, Common Redstart, Pied Flycatcher, Spotted Flycatcher, Common Whitethroat, Willow Warbler, Green Sandpiper and Wryneck. Introduction Regent’s Park has for many years been observed by several keen - [Winter In Regent's Park & Primrose Hill](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/gallery/winter/) - Winter in Regent’s Park means winter bedding. This often comes down to pansies and polyanthas with wildly optimistic names like ‘sunrise’ or ‘surprise’. The surprise is that the gardeners make the beds look as good as they do. You can see winter bedding in Avenue Gardens and Queen Mary’s Garden. Regent’s Park does in fact - [A postcard of Regent's Park from the air c.1921](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/a-postcard-of-regents-park-2/) - A postcard of Regent's Park from the air, c.1921 In 2017, the Royal Parks Guild published a book, “The Royal Parks in the Great War – Revealing their Part in the Conflict”. This postcard/aerial photograph from around 1921 shows a number of features in the park, some of which have changed of vanished in 100 - [Planting Trial for Queen Elizabeth II Garden](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/planting-trial-queen-elizabeth-ii) - The Royal Parks charity is undertaking a planting trial for a new garden being created in The Regent’s Park, to honour the life of Queen Elizabeth II. - [Monthly Update - May 2026](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-may-2026) - Monthly Update May 2026 Hope on the horizon with snowdrops in evidence and aconites too. May has got to be one of the most glorious months in the park. In the first quarter we are almost giddy at the sight of the first snowdrops, aconites and bluebells, followed by the daffodils with their sunny demeanour… - [Queen Mary’s Gardens](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/gardens/queen-marys-gardens) - Named after the wife of King George V, these beautiful gardens house London's largest rose collection, as well as begonias, and Mediterranean and jungle borders. - [St John’s Lodge Garden](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/gardens/st-johns-lodge-garden) - A secret garden that's full of history providing a quiet space in the heart of the city, - [The Avenue Gardens](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/gardens/the-avenue-gardens/) - Spectacular flower beds that change with the season, formal gardens, and avenues of shady trees. - [The Allotment Garden](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/gardens/the-allotment-garden/) - A place for solace and learning, in partnership with London’s largest food growing network. - [Maps](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/visiting/maps) - MAPS Regent’s Park occupies 395 acres. There are waterways, bridges, playing fields and gardens to navigate. It is well served by buses and tubes around its perimeter. The map below will help you find your way to sports, cultural events, cafes, toilets, quiet gardens and open spaces perfect for picnicking. Click on the maps or - [Getting to Regent's Park](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/visiting/getting-to-regents-park) - Getting to Regent’s Park | Transport Options - [Music](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/music) - Regent’s Park is near the Royal Academy of Music and is music-centric. In collaboration with ‘Regent’s Park Music Festival’, we organise one of the largest free music festivals in the UK, June through September. You’ll find opera, jazz and Shakespeare too. The Open Air Theatre is world renowned for its breath-taking performances. More than 20,000 - [Monthly Update - March 2026](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-march-2026) - Monthly Update March 2026 Hope on the horizon with snowdrops in evidence and aconites too. Robin Black Newsletter Editor - Friends of Regent’s Park & Primrose Hill newsletter@friendsofregentspark.org If you elected to receive a printed copy of our events booklet, you should already have received yours by post. Otherwise, it is now available - [Monthly Update - April 2026](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-april-2026) - Monthly Update April 2026 Hope on the horizon with snowdrops in evidence and aconites too. Our Events Programme will be released soon so you can contemplate which ones you will attend and get them booked! We have 15 new ones and a record-breaking 41 events in total – in addition to our regular Chit-Chat and - [Monthly Update - June 2026](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-june-2026) - Monthly Update May 2026 Hope on the horizon with snowdrops in evidence and aconites too. Robin Black Newsletter Editor - Friends of Regent’s Park & Primrose Hill newsletter@friendsofregentspark.org In this Issue June 2026 The Big Lunch Free Bandstand Concerts What's on in June - Friend's Events Secret Garden Volunteer with The Friends Royal - [St Katharine's Precinct and Danish Church](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/st-katherines-precinct-and-danish-church) - ‘On the east of the road which encircles the Park is St. Katharine’s Hospital, built by A. Poynter, a pupil of Nash, in 1827, when the “act of barbarism” of removing the Hospital from the East End was committed. There is nothing to redeem the crude look of uselessness that the new buildings in Regent’s - [Contact Us](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/the-friends/contact-us) - Contact Us If you need to contact your committee, report something to the park police or have a about the park in general. You will find useful contact numbers below. Chair ‐ Mark Elliott chair@friendsofregentspark.org Treasurer ‐ Liz Whittaker treasurer@friendsofregentspark.org Secretary ‐ Pamela Henry secretary@friendsofregentspark.org Newsletter Editor – Robin Black newsletter@friendsofregentspark.org Membership Administration – Joanna Faktor membership@friendsofregentspark.org Postal Address: Friends - [History of the Friends](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/the-friends/our-history) - The History of The Friends 1991-1993 Ben Whitaker and Peter Catto In Spring 1991 Ben Whitaker (previously MP for Hampstead) and Peter Catto commissioned the London Business School to assess the feasibility of setting up a non-profit organisation for the future protection of Regent’s Park. The main purpose of the “Friends of Regent’s Park” was - [The Committee](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/the-friends/committee/) - The Committee We have expanded our Committee in recent years to reflect our increased scope and activities. With our increasing membership we now offer more events and volunteering opportunities than ever before. The full list of Committee members and their areas of expertise is shown below. [table id=5 /] - [Newsletter 124 - Spring/Summer 2026](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/newsletter-124-ss-2026) - Spring & Summer Newsletter 2026 At the end of 2019 we had about 750 members. Six years later we have over 1400 members, so we have almost doubled our membership. Find out about how we’re working towards our goal; To promote and encourage the conservation, preservation and improvement of Regent’s Park. - [Opening Hours & Information](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/visiting/opening-times-useful-information) - For information about Regent's Park opening times - including cafes, buildings and playground - look no further. - [Sport](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/sport) - Regent’s Park is the largest outdoor sports facility in Central London and the busiest public open sports ground in England. We have facilities for many different sports including football, rugby, cycling, running, tennis and more. Management is based at The Hub, where there is also a café, underground changing rooms, toilets and multi-function rooms - [Families](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/families/) - Regent’s Park is great for families. It’s a large, diverse space with lots to see and do; from big open spaces to shady trees. Find out what you can do on a family day out in The Park. - [Monthly Update - January 2026](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-january-2026) - Monthly Update January 2026 We hope that you are enjoying a wonderful festive season, no matter how you do it or choose to celebrate. Of course, in some communities, the New Year is yet to come and in a city like London it is wonderful to experience and witness the depth and variety of how - [Monthly Update - February 2026](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-february-2026) - Monthly Update February 2026 Hope on the horizon with snowdrops in evidence and aconites too. Our Events Programme will be released soon so you can contemplate which ones you will attend and get them booked! We have 15 new ones and a record-breaking 41 events in total – in addition to our regular Chit-Chat and - [Monthly Update - December 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-december-2025) - Monthly Update December 2025 After a relatively mild Autumn, December has made its intentions known with frosty temperatures to get us in the festive mood. It is a lovely time to stroll the park at a less busy time of year and to witness the considerable amount of work going on particularly in and around - [Monthly Update - November 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-november-2025) - Monthly Update November 2025 The park is glowing, with the trees sporting their glorious autumn colours. Frieze London/Frieze Masters is being dismantled. To the south in Hyde Park, Winter Wonderland is now being installed for mid-November. You will now have received your Autumn/Winter newsletter in the post unless you opted to receive it electronically. You - [Tennis at Regent's Park](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/sport/tennis-regents-park) - In the south western part of the park, located by York Bridge, the Tennis courts are now run directly by the Royal Parks charity. You can book one of the 12 tennis courts (ten floodlit) for a game, or reserve a purpose-built floodlit padel court. Two of our courts can be used for netball and - [Monthly Update - October 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-october-2025) - Monthly Update October 2025 After a fabulous summer, we now move into Autumn with the Frieze London soon to be installed in the park. The 2025 Frieze Sculpture Park in the English garden is already in place and will be available to view, FREE until 2 November. After 46 concerts the music will pause until - [Monthly Update - May 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-may-2025) - Monthly Update May 2025 Find out about our regular events coming up in the month of May, as well as the latest news about the Park. The Friends Updates & Events Statues & Fountains Walk Wednesday 7th May, 11am How often have you walked past a statue or a fountain in Regent’s Park and asked - [Monthly Update - September 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-september-2025) - Monthly Update September 2025 The end of summer is fast approaching so don’t let it slip away from you. This is our last month of free music and our visitor van Rambling Rosie, every weekend until 21 September when our major presence in the park disappears for a few months. Both venues have attracted huge - [Monthly Update - August 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-august-2025) - Monthly Update August 2025 The end of summer is fast approaching so don’t let it slip away from you. The free Bandstand and music concerts end 21 September. Our visitor van, ‘Rambling Rosie’ will retire for the winter, the Open Air Theatre will shut it’s doors, our events programme will scale down. So put your - [Monthly Update - June 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-june-2025) - Monthly Update June 2025 Events for June at Regent’s Park are filling up fast, so book quickly to avoid disappointment. The Friends Updates & Events Bee Walk Monday 9 June, 11:00a.m. On this two hour bee walk, we will see and learn about a variety of bee species visiting flowers in the Mediterranean garden; the - [Monthly Update - July 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-july-2025) - There are a great number of events and activities coming up in July which are outlined in this update. Enjoy Regent's Park to the fullest. - [Newsletter 123 - Autumn/Winter 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/newsletter-123-autumnwinter-2025) - Autumn & Winter Newsletter 2025 Our second newsletter in our new routine of producing two each year – one in the Spring and one in the Autumn. A huge vote of thanks is due to our editor Robin Black who collates our contributions and into the outstanding newsletter you are now reading. The Summer weather - [Running](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/sport/running) - Regent’s Park is home to one of London’s most popular 10k courses, used for many fundraisers and events throughout the year. The park’s running routes also see use for 5k runs and half marathons throughout the year. To the north of the park is a 385m cinder running track. It has 6 lanes, is situated - [The Hub](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/sport/the-hub) - The Hub (a pavilion cafe with underground changing rooms) is at the centre of the northern parklands, where an impressive array of sports activity take place. With an annual throughput of more than 400,000 players, football, rugby, lacrosse and cricket take place here. Numbers peak at weekends with some 270 junior football teams present in - [Ready Money Fountain](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/statues/ready-money-fountain/) - 1869, Sicilian marble mixed with Aberdeen granite, by Robert Kierle and executed by Henry Ross In 1869 Mr Cowasjee Jehangir, (1812-78) whose nickname was Ready Money (hence the name of the fountain), was a wealthy Parsee of Bombay. He presented this fountain as thanks for the protection offered to him and his fellow countrymen under - [Griffin Tazza](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/statues/griffin-tazza/) - 1863, artificial stone, by Austin and Seeley If you go into the park at the Chester Terrace entrance and cross over the English gardens towards Avenue Gardens you will see the magnificent Griffin Tazza, 1863, by Austin and Seeley. Tazza meaning large ‘vase’, this is the original constructed in composition stone. 1828 Felix Austin started - [St George and the Dragon](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/statues/st-george-and-the-dragon/) - 1923, bronze, by Charles Hartwell (1873-1951) On the island opposite St John’s Wood Church, this second casting was commissioned by Sigismund Goetze as a memorial to those who died in the First World War. The original work is sited in Eldon Square Newcastle. Goetze was a distinguished artist and patron of the arts and first - [Triton Fountain, Queen Mary's Gardens](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/statues/triton-fountain-queen-marys-gardens/) - 1950, bronze, by William McMillan RA (1887-1977) Here at last is a memorial to Sigismund Goetze who had given so much to the park during his lifetime, including the Jubilee Gates and many statues. The pool itself was funded by him in 1939 just before his death and his widow, a gifted pianist, commissioned the - [Mighty Hunter by AH Hodge, Queen Mary's Gardens](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/statues/mighty-hunter-by-ah-hodge-queen-marys-gardens/) - This and The Lost Bow bronze statue, also by Hodge, were both donated to the park by the artist Sigismund Goetze, having been originally commissioned for his home, Grove House. Hodge was born in Port Ellen in Scotland, the son of a taxman. He studied at the Glasgow School of Art. In 1901 he moved - [The Japanese Eagle](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/statues/the-japanese-eagle/) - This statue, in the middle of the lake in Queen Mary’s Gardens, was given to the Park in 1974 by Felix Greene in memory of his father, Edward Greene, who had been a very successful coffee merchant, spending 20 years in Brazil before returning to London 1910, and later becoming chairman of the Brazilian Warrant - [Stone piers in St. John’s Lodge Gardens](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/statues/stone-piers-in-st-johns-lodge-gardens/) - 1894, by Sir William Goscombe John RA (1860-1952) The cherubs astride the piers hold the coat of arms of John Crichton Stuart, the 3rd Marquess of Bute (1847-1900), who acquired the lease to the house in 1899. He wanted a garden fit for meditation and this was designed by Robert Weir Schultz. The sculptor, Goscombe - [Terraces of Regent’s Park](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses/terraces-of-regents-park) - The grand frontages of Cumberland Terrace, Chester Terrace, Cambridge Terrace, York Terrace, Sussex Place, Hanover Terrace and Kent Terrace were conceived by Nash, although the design of the rest of the buildings was largely left to the builder and developer. Typically, Nash designed the painted rendered frontages of each terrace to look like a palace, - [One Year until the Opening of a New Garden](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/one-year-until-queen-elizabeth-ii) - With one year to go, work is progressing on a new two-acre garden in The Regent’s Park, which is being created to commemorate the life of Queen Elizabeth II. - [Newsletter 122 - Spring/Summer 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/newsletter-122-springsummer-2025) - As David Hockney says, ‘Spring Cannot be Cancelled’ and Spring is moving apace in the park by the day. Find out what's going on during the first half of 2025. - [Monthly Update - April 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-april-2025) - With April around the corner, look forward to what’s happening in Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill. - [Monthly Update - March 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-march-2025) - March in Regent's Park is here with warmer temperatures, daffodils and new rose varieties preparing for their debut in the Queen Mary’s Garden. - [Monthly Update - February 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/regents-park-february-2025) - It is still chilly – but there are signs of spring with snowdrops in the park. Read for the latest news on renovations & major garden projects at Regent's Park. - [The Community Wildlife Garden](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/gardens/the-community-wildlife-garden/) - The Community Wildlife Garden in Regent's Park has a range of trees, water features, and planting designed to be a haven for birds, small mammals and insects. - [The Foxglove Tree](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/trees/the-foxglove-tree) - Foxglove Tree This lovely flowering tree is about 100 years old. It was planted as part of the design for The English Gardens – a section of Regent’s Park intended to look wild and natural compared to more formal areas. The Foxglove tree (Paulownia tomentosa) is vigorous and resilient as well as beautiful. It’s not - [The Handkerchief Tree](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/trees/ash-tree-st-katherines-gate) - It is easy in Regent’s Park simply to be overwhelmed by the great green spaces, the reflective stretches of water, brilliantly coloured roses and shaded avenues. But it is also worthwhile looking closely at individual plants and trees and exploring a little about its history. Boring? Not at all. Take the handkerchief tree. Also - [Spring In Regent's Park & Primrose Hill](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/gallery/spring) - Spring Gallery Spring has arrived in Regent’s Park when you see people taking photos of the cherry blossom in Avenue Gardens and Chester Road. Other spring highlights in Avenue Gardens include rows of tulips in the formal beds, and naturalised daffodils in the lawns. There are snowdrops and bluebells in Queen Mary’s Garden. You’ll also find - [Monthly Update - January 2025](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/monthly-update-january-2025) - Monthly Update January 2025 As the winter weather bites, and the temperature drops, read about what’s happening in the Park this January. Royal Parks Updates York Bridge Closure York Bridge has closed as of Thursday 9th January for about 6 months for essential repairs. Access to all traffic – including pedestrians – will be closed. - [The Nursemaids' Tunnel](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/the-nursemaids-tunnel/) - The Nursemaids’ Tunnel, Regent’s Park, London is one of the earliest surviving pedestrian subways in London. It joins the two Crown Estate Paving Commission (CEPC) private gardens, Park Square Garden and Park Crescent Garden, that straddle the Marylebone Road near Regent’s Park Tube station. History A pedestrian tunnel was conceived at an early stage in - [Gloucester Gate Playground](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/playgrounds/gloucester-gate-playground) - Many happy memories are made in playgrounds; Gloucester Gate is no exception. It is these memories that inspired the Regent’s Park team to launch a funding appeal to completely rebuild the space in 2020 with funds that included some generous donations. So many more children can now make memories that will last a lifetime. As - [Monthly Update - September 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/monthly-update-september-2024) - Monthly Update September 2024 Mamma Mia at the Bandstand October 6th at 2pm After a massive summer programme of walks, talks, tours and music, the Friends always organise an end of season event. Last year it was a Bollywood party, in previous years we have had Mexican and Spanish parties. This year, thanks to the - [Monthly Update - July 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/monthly-update-july-2024) - Fingers crossed, summer will be with us soon. Find out the latest news for Regent's Park in July - including discounts for Friend's and Royal Parks updates. - [Monthly Update - May 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/monthly-update-may-2024) - Monthly Update May 2024 Annual General Meeting Thursday 30 May, 2024 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Herringham Hall, The Regent’s University Inner Circle NW1 4NS Speakers will be: Darren Share MBE – The Royal Parks Manager of Parks (Nick Biddle’s new boss!) Mike Fitt OBE – Chair, the Royal Parks Guild. Add this date to your diary, come - [Monthly Update - June 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/monthly-update-june-2024) - Monthly Update June 2024 A Summer Celebration: The Big Lunch in Regent's Park Picnic 12pm - 2pm, Entertainment 2pm - 4pm 2pm – 2.35pm Step Hop House2.50pm – 3.10pm Street Dance Maypole Workshop3.15pm – 4pm A Ceilidh Jam Workshop Visitor Centre (Gazebo) Signup We are looking for volunteers to staff the Gazebo, our Visitor Centre at Clarence Gate, - [Monthly Update - March 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/monthly-update-march-2024) - MONTHLY UPDATE - MARCH 2024 - [Newsletter 121 - Autumn 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/newsletter-121-autumn-2024) - Autumn Newsletter 2024 Summer is finally here but it is cool and rainy one week, balmy the next. But that doesn’t stop the Friends arranging a record number of events for you to enjoy. Click on the newsletter below and immerse yourself! - [Monthly Events - September 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-events/flyer-september-2024) - Monthly Events What's on in September Nocturnal Nature Walk Thursday 29th August, 7:30pm As everyone files out of the park, come on in and join Charlotte Cass for a walk at dusk, just as the park’s nocturnal creatures are coming out to feed. Be guided through Regent’s Park in search of bat species, spiders building - [Newsletter 119 - Spring 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/newsletter-119-spring-2024) - Spring has arrived early in Regent’s Park, so enjoy early displays of snowdrops, bluebells, daffodils, and more planted by our volunteers last October. - [Newsletter 120 - Summer 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/newsletter-120-summer-2024) - Summer is finally here - cool and rainy one week, balmy the next. But that doesn’t stop the Friends arranging a record number of events for you to enjoy. - [Monthly Events - May 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-events/flyer-may-2024) - Monthly Events What's on in May All our events for the 2024 season are full or filling up fast, so if you want a place on any event, we advise you to book quickly to avoid disappointment. Visit the event’s page on our site to book now. Hyde Park Super Nursery Thursday 2nd May 4pm - [Monthly Events - June 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-events/flyer-june-2024) - Monthly Events What's on in June Photography using Smartphones Saturday 1st June 2.30pm In 2023 Vincent Ong led two walks instructing people in how to improve their smart phone photography. The feedback after these walks was exceptional. Join Vincent again in a springtime walk to learn how to take great pictures with your smart phone, - [Monthly Events - July 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-events/flyer-july-2024) - Interested in events with The Friends? Check out our schedule to find out what's happening at Regent's Park in July. - [Monthly Update - February 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/monthly-update-february-2024) - MONTHLY UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2024 - [Monthly Events Flyer - August 2023](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-events/flyer-august-2023) - MONTHLY EVENTS FLYER - AUGUST 2023 - [Monthly Events Flyer - September 2023](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-events/flyer-september-2023) - MONTHLY EVENTS FLYER - SEPTEMBER 2023 - [Monthly Events - October 2023](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-events/flyer-october-2023) - MONTHLY EVENTS FLYER - OCTOBER 2023 - [Monthly Events - November/December 2023](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-events/flyer-november-december-2023) - MONTHLY EVENTS FLYER - NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2023 - [Regent's Park Music Festival](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/music/regents-park-music-festival/) - The Regent's Park Music Festival 2021 takes place on every weekend over the summer. Listen to jazz, concert bands, and choirs on the bandstand and Broadwalk. - [Videos at the Bandstand](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/music/regents-park-bandstand-videos/) - VIDEOS AT THE BANDSTAND Back to Music - [Regent’s Park Skating Disaster](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/regents-park-skating-disaster) - Written by Cynthia Poole, The. St. Marylebone Society When The Regent’s Park lake froze over during the very cold winter of 1866/7, large numbers of people came to skate and slide on the ice, and many more to watch. On this day, several hundred people were on the ice when it suddenly gave way and - [A Sunday Stroll to Primrose Hill](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/a-sunday-stroll-to-primrose-hill) - The Wilson family is ready to move. Having risen early to enjoy the fine, warm weather and to take advantage of a new day of sightseeing, they are full of anticipation of the prospects ahead. The coach on Friday had brought them to town from Nottingham and they had settled into comfortable lodgings in St. - [Newsletter 118 - Winter 2024](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/newsletter-118-winter-2024) - NEWSLETTER 118 - WINTER 2024 - [Monthly Update - September 2023](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/monthly-update-september-2023/) - MONTHLY UPDATE - SEPTEMBER 2023 - [Monthly Update - August 2023](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/monthly-update-august-2023/) - MONTHLY UPDATE - AUGUST 2023 - [Monthly Update - November 2023](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/monthly-update-november-2023) - MONTHLY UPDATE - NOVEMBER 2023 - [Monthly Update - October 2023](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/monthly-update-october-2023/) - MONTHLY UPDATE - OCTOBER 2023 - [Monthly Update - July 2023](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-updates/monthly-update-july-2023/) - MONTHLY UPDATE - JULY 2023  - [Autumn In Regent's Park & Primrose Hill](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/gallery/autumn) - Autumn is changeover time. For the gardeners autumn means tearing out the summer bedding and replacing it with bulbs and plants that must keep up appearances until spring. Late flowering plants in the mixed borders such as asters, autumn crocus, chrysanthemums, and aconitum can create the illusion of an Indian summer. The increasingly noticeable rose - [Summer In Regent's Park & Primrose Hill](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/gallery/summer) - Summer in Regent’s Park means roses, summer bedding, and mixed borders. In Queen Mary’s Rose Garden, the flowering season starts mid-May, and just keeps on going. Regent’s Park is also known for summer bedding in the Victorian style. Each bed is designed for maximum impact by the gardeners who plant and maintain them. Annual favourites - [Friends Meetings - ORIG (10/12/2023)](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/friends-events/friends-meetings/) - Friends Volunteer and Sponsors Party Invitation End of Season Review Invitation AGM Handout 2023 - [Ruth Lipton](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/gallery/ruth-lipton) - Photos by Ruth Lipton. - [Newsletter 117 - Autumn 2023](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/newsletter-117-autumn-2023) - NEWSLETTER 117 - AUTUMN 2023 - [Newsletter 116 - Summer 2023](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/newsletter-116-summer-2023) - NEWSLETTER 116 - SUMMER 2023 - [Newsletter 115 - Spring 2023](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/newsletter-115-spring-2023) - NEWSLETTER 115 - SPRING 2023 - [Gazebo](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteering/gazebo/) - The Gazebo season has ended and will restart in June 2024. Thank you to all those who volunteered at the Gazebo in 2023. The Gazebo operates on Saturday’s Sundays and Bank Holiday Monday from mid-June to mid-September. Operating hours are 10.00 to 16.30. there is a morning and an afternoon session, and each session requires - [Holford House](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/holford-house/) - The Case of the Disappearing Villa Holford House was the last villa to be built in the Regent’s Park, also the largest, and most expensive. It stood for 116 years on the high ground directly South of Macclesfield Bridge but has vanished without trace. The owner was wine merchant James Holford (1788-1854). He - [Historic Postcards](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/gallery/historic-postcards) - These postcards show views of Regent's Park from the Victorian period and early 20th century. They were kindly provided by Paul Rabbitts the park historian, and give us a sense of how the park looked as well as the people who visited. Of particular interest are the shots of the Royal Botanic Society glasshouse built - [Objectives](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/the-friends/objectives/) - According to the 1993 Constitution (summarised), the Friends has the following objectives in relation to Regent’s Park & Primrose Hill (referred to below as “the Park”): Promote and encourage the conservation and preservation of the Park. To stimulate public interest in the Park with a view to promoting, preserving and, if possible, enhancing the - [Bandstand](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteer/bandstand/) - The summer bandstand concerts on every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday run from June to September. There are 2 bands each day, 12.30 to 14.30 and 15.30 to 17.30. A minimum of 2 supervisors are required for each performance and need to arrive about an hour before it starts. Duties involve supervising the arrival and - [Litter Picking](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/the-friends/volunteering/litter-picking/) - Why not help collect litter in Regent's Park and Primrose Hill? Summer visitors and weekend picnickers can sometimes overwhelm the Park's litter-picking staff resources, and that's where your help could be invaluable. Our team of volunteers can make a real difference and help keep the Park looking great and presentable for everyone's enjoyment. In 2023 - [Cycling](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/sport/cycling) - The Outer Circle is used by road cyclists. One circuit is 4.45 km. A number of amateur cycling clubs meet regularly to complete laps of the Outer Circle for exercise and leisure. Prominent clubs include Regent's Park Rouleurs (RPR), Islington Cycling Club (ICC), Cycle Club London (CCL), Rapha Cycle Club (RCC). In 2015, Regent's Park - [Hedgehogs](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/wildlife/hedgehogs) - The Regent’s Park hedgehogs are an isolated population of around 35 individuals. They are particularly special as they are the last confirmed breeding population in central London. It is possible that they have been residents here even before the park was formed in the early 19th century, as there are no known records of any - [Other Wildlife](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/wildlife/other-wildlife) - Due to its location, the Park has very few mammals, with the most obvious ones being Grey Squirrel and Red Fox. There is a fairly healthy population of both the soprano and common pipistrelle bat and a few noctules, though their numbers have declined in recent years. The water bodies are home to healthy populations - [Blink and you’ve missed them](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/trees/blink-and-youve-missed-them) - Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill have some venerable old trees, but even the oldest living specimens date from after 1818, when John Nash’s plan for the park was put into action. There are some trees in the park, though, that go back a lot further. These are the Park’s oldest trees - between 20 and - [Cherry Trees on Chester Road](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/trees/cherry-trees-chester-road) - As part of the original Nash layout, Chester Road, one of the main gateways to the park, was planted with cherry trees in the 1930s. At the same time as Queen Mary’s Rose Gardens were established - both of these projects were made possible thanks to a donation from local resident and acclaimed artist Sigismund - [Music for Trees](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/trees/music-for-trees) - In 2019, Matt Steinman, one of the tree team from The Royal Parks, had the bright idea to hire a software company Echoes to create an App for Regent’s Park visitors to, firstly, identify trees and , secondly listen to appropriate music composed by students from the Royal Academy of Music, based in The Regent’s - [Hylas and the Nymph, St John's Lodge Garden](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/statues/hylas-and-the-nymph-st-johns-lodge-garden/) - 1933, by Henry Pegram RA (1862-1937) This was presented to the gardens by the Royal Academy in 1933. Hylas, a handsome young Argonaut much loved by Hercules, was sent to get water from a spring, but was captured by admiring water nymphs and was never to be seen again. When Hercules went looking for him - [Boy and Frog statue, Queen Mary's Gardens](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/statues/boy-and-frog-statue-queen-marys-gardens/) - Bronze, by Sir William Reid Dick (1879-1962) This bronze statue stands in the Begonia garden, in Queen Mary’s Gardens. It was donated by Sigismund Goetze in 1935 and offered to the Office of Works by the sculptor. Sir William Reid Dick was born in Glasgow, trained at the Glasgow School of Art and was apprenticed - [Lost Bow by AH Hodge, Queen Mary's Gardens](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/statues/lost-bow-by-ah-hodge-queen-marys-gardens/) - 1913, by Albert Hodge (1875-1917) This and The Mighty Hunter bronze statue, also by Hodge, were both donated to the park by the artist Sigismund Goetze, having been originally commissioned for his home, Grove House. Hodge was born in Port Ellen in Scotland, the son of a taxman. He studied at the Glasgow School of - [The Awakening, by Unus Safardiar, St John's Lodge](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/statues/the-awakening-by-unus-safardiar-st-johns-lodge/) - 1998, bronze by Unus Safardiar (b. 1968) This was the first permanent statue installed in the park for 70 years. It was placed here in memory of Anne Lydia Evans (1929-90) who was a GP in Marylebone for many years in a very innovative practice with a qualified counsellor and community psychiatric nurses. She did - [St. Mary’s Church, Primrose Hill](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses-of-worship/st-marys-church-primrose-hill) - St Mary’s has its origins in Christian social action. In 1865 two Hampstead businessmen, moved by the sight of starving children on street corners, opened a home for destitute boys in Regents Park Road. Services in its iron church in nearby Ainger Road proved so popular with local people that it outgrew its premises and - [The Holme](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses/the-holme) - The Holme was built originally in 1818 by James Burton, the building contractor most associated with Nash. It was designed by James’ son Decimus, and lived in by the Burton family. It was then used for a period by Bedford College and is now a private residence. The extensive lakeside gardens were designed by Sir - [Winfield House](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses/winfield-house) - Winfield House replaced an original Georgian mansion, Hertford House, designed by Decimus Burton in 1829. It was owned at the end of the 19th century by the Marquis of Hertford, who renamed it St Dunstan’s Villa. It was used as a hospital for blind veterans of WW1 giving the name to the charity St Dunstan’s, - [St John's Lodge](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses/st-johns-lodge) - St. John’s Lodge was built in 1819, designed by John Raffield, later enlarged by Decimus Burton and again in the Victorian era by Sir Charles Barry (architect of the Houses of Parliament). It has been privately occupied apart from periods of the 20th century when used by St Dunstan’s Hospital for blind veterans and the - [Regent’s University](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses/regents-university) - Originally the site of South Villa, built in 1816-17 probably to a design by Decimus Burton, only the Georgian Lodge remains. The main house survived into the 20th century. However, use by Bedford College, a university for women founded in 1880s, resulted in many changes and the addition of other educational buildings, including a library - [Grove House](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses/grove-house) - Grove House was designed by Decimus Burton and built by James Burton. It was completed about 1823. The house was occupied as a private house apart from a significant period in 20th century when it was used by the Nuffield Foundation, during which time it was renamed Nuffield Lodge. One of the significant occupants was - [Hanover Gate Lodge](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses/hanover-gate-lodge) - Hanover Gate was also known as West Gate, one of four main gateways to the park. Originally on this site there was a villa designed by Decimus Burton dating from 1827, which was largely rebuilt and extended over time. On the grounds that went with it now stand several neo-Georgian villas with gardens overlooking the - [Houses originally part of the landscape](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses/houses-originally-part-of-the-landscape-but-no-longer-there) - Holford House Designed by Decimus Burton for private occupation, this was the largest of all the houses in the park. It was turned over for use by an ecclesiastical college (Regent’s Park Baptists college) from 1854 until it was bombed in WW2 after which it was demolished. St Katharine’s Lodge On St Katharine’s Green, this - [The Broadwalk Café](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/cafes/the-broadwalk-cafe) - Formerly known as the “Smokehouse”, this café is in a charming setting on the west side of the Broadwalk about halfway between Chester Road and the Ready Money Fountain. Operated by Benugo, it is a classic snack bar serving a variety of sandwiches, wraps and salads, as well as chips and some cooked dishes. Beer, - [Parksports Café](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/cafes/parksports-cafe) - This café is attached to the Will to Win tennis centre. [table id=1 hide_rows="2,4,5,6,7,8,9" /] - [Regent's Bar & Kitchen](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/cafes/regents-bar-kitchen) - This Benugo operated restaurant, close to the Open-Air Theatre, has a pleasant garden and outside tables seating groups from three to ten people. Some are shaded by the trees, and some have sunshades, but, when crowded, it may be necessary to sit in the sun, so remember your sunscreen! There are also many tables of - [Ice Cream Kiosk](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/cafes/ice-cream-kiosk) - 50 metres from the Regent’s Bar & Kitchen, across the Inner Circle towards the Bandstand, there is the Benugo operated Ice Cream Kiosk. Open on sunny days it provides a wide selection of Italian style ice creams, soft drinks and candies. On sunny afternoons, during Friends’ Bandstand Concerts, the queue at the Kiosk can be - [The Boathouse Café](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/cafes/the-boathouse-cafe) - The Boathouse Café, operated by Company of Cooks, is a family restaurant located near Hanover Gate, 50 metres from the Hanover Gate playground, and adjacent to the dock for rowing boat and pedalo rental at the boating lake. It is also next to one of the few drinking fountains in the Park. It has a - [Primrose Hill Café](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/cafes/primrose-hill-cafe) - Built in 2019-20, this café has hardly been used since its completion. It is attached to the Primrose Hill playground, near an adult exercise space and a toilet block. It is open from 11 a.m. till 6 p.m. at weekends. For further information, call 0207 935 5729, email regentspark@benugo.com or visit the Benugo website. Remember: - [The Hub Café](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/cafes/the-hub-cafe) - Serving mainly the sporting community and people visiting for yoga and fitness programmes, the Hub is a delightful café with 360-degree views around the park from its raised position. The café offers a variety of sandwiches, wraps and light snacks as well as a coffee, tea and a selection of cold drinks. Seating is indoors, - [Swing Dancers at the Bandstand](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/music/swing-dancers-bandstand) - Dancers are always welcome at the bandstands. If you would like to help arrange it please contact: info@regentsparkmusicfestival.org.uk - [The English Folk & Song Society](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/music/english-folk-and-song-society) - The English Folk Dance and Song Society was founded in 1932 to promote English folk music and folk dance. It became a charity in 1963. They champion the folk arts at the heart of England’s rich and diverse cultural landscape. Members include thousands of folk artists, who are active as amateurs and professionals as well - [1st In The Park Post](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/uncategorized/1st-in-the-park-post/) - 1st In The Park Post Read more - [In The Park Posts](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/uncategorized/in-the-park-posts/) - In The Park Posts Read more ... - [Recent Posts](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/uncategorized/recent-posts/) - Recent Posts February 27, 2021 Read more ... - [Lectures](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/friends-events/lectures/) - October 19th Zoom Lecture October 6th Zoom Lecture - [Walks and Tours](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/friends-events/walks-and-tours/) - Coming soon! - [Water supply to Primrose Hill](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/water-supply-to-primrose-hill/) - 1 Original Barrow Hill reservoir In the late 18th century, when Camden Town started to develop, London was supplied by pumping from the Thames. The raw water intakes had to be sited progressively further upstream as water quality deteriorated due to pollution from growing industry and the expanding metropolis. The Barrow Hill reservoir was constructed over - [Posters](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/gallery/posters/) - [Colosseum – a Regent’s Park building that was killed by technological change.](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/colosseum-a-regents-park-building-that-was-killed-by-technological-change/) - This is the Regent’s Park Colosseum. Designed by Decimus Burton for a site on the Eastern edge of the park, and completed in 1827, it stood for 48 years. It was not a small building: the diameter of the rotunda is equivalent to the length of St Marylebone Parish Church, and its dome rose as - [Water supply to Regent’s Park](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/water-supply-to-regents-park/) - The original water supply When Regent’s Park was laid out from 1811 the lake was supplied by the Tyburn Brook. The traditional source of the Tyburn is marked as Shepherds Well, on the corner of Fitzjohn's Avenue and Akenside Road. The site is handsomely marked by a red-brick memorial and tablet. The Tyburn crossed Avenue - [Open Air Theatre](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/open-air-theatre/open-air-theatre/) - Established in 1932, the multi-award-winning Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre is one of the largest theatres in London (1,240 seats) and situated in the beautiful surroundings of the Inner Circle, in the heart of Regent’s Park. Receiving the Highly Commended Award for London Theatre of the Year in The Stage Awards 2021, the theatre is - [Our Park is a Film Maker’s Dream](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/our-park-is-a-film-makers-dream/) - Our park has been a magnet for film makers since at least the 1930’s. It is estimated that over 170 films have been made in the past 125 years featuring Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill. Other films have spilled over into neighbourhoods surrounding the park. The Paddington Bear films are a case in point where - [Bicentenary of opening the Regent’s Canal Part 4: Regeneration](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/bicentenary-of-opening-the-regents-canal/) - The boat trip business had started on the Regent’s Canal in 1951, as part of the Festival of Britain celebrations, growing from 1500 to 100,000 passengers in ten years. The narrowboat ‘Jason’ was the first trip boat, here passing the short stub of the Cumberland Market Branch in 1957 (Canal and River Trust). In 1965, - [Bicentenary of opening the Regent’s Canal Part 3: A long decline](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/bicentenary-of-opening-the-regents-canal-part-3-a-long-decline/) - The importance of the Regent’s Canal route through north London was recognised at an early stage by railway promoters, leading to a succession of proposals to turn the canal into a railway. In September 1845, a special general assembly of the proprietors approved the sale of the canal for £1 million to the Regent's Canal - [Sport in Regent's Park & Primrose Hill Part 2 - Today](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/sport-in-regents-park-part-2-today/) - Regent’s Park is the largest outdoor sports facility in Central London, and the busiest public open sports ground in England. Sports, other than tennis, take place mostly in the northern parkland and on Primrose Hill. Management is based at The Hub, where there is also a café, underground changing rooms, toilets and multi-function rooms for - [Queen Mary's Garden Roses - Summer 2020](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/queen-marys-garden-roses-summer-2020/) - I don’t know what pulled me to Queen Mary’s Rose Garden in April 2020. I moved to St. John’s Wood 1968 and have walked through Regent’s Park and the Rose Garden many times over the years. However, until lockdown in March of that year, I had never visited it so often, nor had so much - [Planting the topiary in Queen Mary's Gardens](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/planting-the-topiary-in-queen-marys-gardens/) - Will it be yew topiary or pleached limes? After two years of discussion the decision was made in favour of the former and another six months was spent examining photographs from six suppliers. There was enough money in the donations budget and so the plants finally arrive! The planting needs to look right as well - [The Story Of The Red-Throated Diver](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/park-post/wildlife/the-story-of-the-red-throated-diver/) - On October 30th, 2020, Tony Duckett and Dave Johnson were checking the lake and waterfowl when they noticed a bird that looked like a juvenile Red-throated Diver. This species is not a normal visitor to the Park and is not usually seen inland except where it breeds in Scotland, Iceland, and Scandinavia. They concluded that it - [Policing Regent’s Park & Primrose Hill](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/park-post/policing-regents-park-primrose-hill/) - Policing in the Royal Parks in its modern form dates from 1872. - [Bicentenary of opening the Regent’s Canal Part 2:Supplying the metropolis](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/bicentenary-of-opening-the-regents-canal-part-2supplying-the-metropolis/) - The story of the Regent’s Canal holds a mirror to the industrial and social history of London. The goods carried by barge were not only for the construction activities that were gathering pace as London expanded rapidly, such as timber and stone, but also commodities for domestic and retail markets. The traffic of goods from - [Bicentenary of opening the Regent’s Canal Part 1: The Canal in the Landscape](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/bicentenary-of-opening-the-regents-canal-part-1-the-canal-in-the-landscape/) - Celebrations marking the bicentenary of the Regent’s Canal are on hold. We will not be embarking on a pleasure boat at Hampstead Road Locks to cruise past the site of Gilbey’s former gin distillery as we enjoy a gin cocktail in memory of one of the foremost canal-side industries.The early history and birth of the - [Bicentenary of Regent’s Canal to Hampstead Road](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/bicentenary-of-regents-canal-to-hampstead-road/) - The 18th century witnessed a transport revolution as canals extended over much of the Midlands and northern industrial areas. Although plans to link London with the Midlands canal system had been around since the middle of the century these were not realised until the Grand Junction Canal was authorised in 1793, linking the Thames at - [Sport in Regent's Park & Primrose Hill Part 1 - 1848 to 2005](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/sport-in-regents-park-primrose-hill/) - PART 1 – FROM 1848 TO 2005 The Government Gymnasium 1848 In 1848 the Commissioner of HM Woods and Forests, Viscount Morpeth, commissioned the building of a “Gymnasium” at the foot of Primrose Hill. The apparatus was enclosed and supervised by a keeper to preserve order. The regulations were written on a large board and - [Sculptures that no longer existing or never built](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/sculptures-no-longer-existing-or-never-built/) - The Swan Fountain Avenue Gardens The Swan fountain was first placed in Regent’s Park in 1863 in the Northern part of the Broadwalk but was moved to the Southern end to make way for the drinking fountain now known as the Readymoney fountain. The Swan fountain was designed by R. Westmacott the younger and executed - [Boundary Markers](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/boundary-markers/) - In London, old Parish Boundary markers are everywhere. In Regent’s Park & Primrose Hill they were mainly placed to designate the boundaries between the parishes of St Pancras, St Marylebone, and St John Hampstead. The ones in the photos below are (clockwise from top left) 1) Broadwalk, 2 &3) Primrose Hill, 4) English Garden Before - [London Central Mosque](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses-of-worship/london-central-mosque) - London Central Mosque situated in Regent's Park. Find out about the history of this iconic building and the work they do today for the Muslim and wider community. - [Goatherd’s daughter](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/statues/goatherds-daughter) - 1932, bronze on Cornish granite, by Charles Hartwell (1873-1951) The young girl is tenderly holding a kid goat under one arm. Clearly the pathos here is intended. The inscription on the pedestal reads: to all the protectors of the defenceless. The sculpture was erected in honour of Harold and Gertrude Baillie Weaver (humanitarians and animal - [St Katharine's Church](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses-of-worship/st-katharines) - This Danish Lutheran church is located at Saint Katharine’s Precinct, at the north west corner of the Outer Circle, off Albany Street. The Danish Church in London has had a presence in London since 1692. The Royal Danish Embassy played a significant role in negotiations with The Crown Estate, leading to the Danish congregation relocating - [St Mark’s Church](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses-of-worship/st-marks-church) - If you happen to be strolling on the north side of Regent’s Park you will see in the distance a spire which is the spire of St Mark’s Church. The church is situated in St Mark’s Square at the junction of Prince Albert Road, Regents Park Road and Princess Road. If you were to leave - [The Liberal Jewish Synagogue](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses-of-worship/the-liberal-jewish-synagogue) - The Liberal Jewish Synagogue, known as the LJS, was founded in 1911. It is the oldest and largest of forty Liberal Jewish communities in the UK, Republic of Ireland, Holland and Denmark. Its early years were distinguished by the leadership of the ‘Three Ms’: the Anglo-Jewish scholar, Claude G. Montefiore (1858-1938), Lily Montagu (1873-1963), whose spiritual - [St John’s Wood Church](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses-of-worship/st-johns-wood-church) - St John’s Wood Church, formerly St John’s Wood Chapel, was built in 1813-14, the work of the architect Thomas Hardwick. With its original box pews and fine collection of monuments, the building has been in continuous use as a place of Christian worship since its construction. The chapel was built as a Chapel of Ease to - [Marylebone Green Playground](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/playgrounds/marylebone-green-playground/) - Close to the Park entrance from Regent’s Park or Great Portland Street underground stations, this playground is in the south east corner of the Park. The playground has the usual climbing frames, swings and rides, and also has one very long slide, a climbing wall, a hammock swing, and a large sandpit with running water - [Opera Brava](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/music/opera-brava/) - Opera company Opera Brava perform in the open air. Normally, two performances take place annually on the Nannies Lawn (next to the Open Air Theatre) within the Inner Circle. - [Bandstands Are Bouncing Back](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/park-post/history/bandstands-are-bouncing-back) - Bandstands were once the centrepiece of most parks and a feature of the British way of life for over a century. - [Kiosk](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteer/kiosk) - Working with the Park management the Friends are developing a project to install a visitor information centre in the form of a Kiosk at the Clarence Gate entrance (Baker Street). Once installed we will be looking for volunteers to staff the kiosk throughout the summer and on some days in the winter. This is similar - [Royal Academy of Music](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/music/royal-academy-of-music/) - The Royal Academy of Music is situated in Marylebone Rd, Marylebone, but part of the Academy’s campus is in Regent’s Park. The Royal Academy of Music is the oldest conservatoire in the UK, founded in 1822 by John Fane, 11th Earl of Westmorland, and by Nicolas-Charles Bochsa. It received its Royal Charter in 1830 from - [Reglit](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/music/reglit/) - The Reglit site, created by John Black in 1992, started out a commemorative essay for his sister, since both had grown up around Regent’s Park. From an early age he had collected artistic mentions of the area, and now he decided to share those mentions with others who might be interested. Regentsparklit is a compendium - [Regent's Park bandstand - 1982 tragedy](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/music/regents-park-bandstand-1982-tragedy/) - The Bandstand was originally located in Richmond Park and was moved to Regent’s Park in the 1970’s. There was an earlier bandstand which stood near the south-east corner of the boundary of London Zoo. The bandstand was the target of a IRA terrorist attack on 20 July 1982. Seven bandsmen were killed and 24 others were injured - [Regent's Park Music Festival 2019 - video](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/music/regents-park-music-festival-2019-video/) - Review of 2019 Regent’s Park Music Festival on the Bandstand Performances - [Gardening and Wildlife](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteer/gardening-and-wildlife/) - If you enjoy a spot of gardening and would like to meet some like-minded friends, then volunteer to help out in the Park. The easiest way to do this is to go to and sign on through the Royal Parks registration process. Currently there are Royal Parks volunteer gardeners working in the Queen Mary’s Gardens, - [Walks and Talks](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteer/walks-and-talks/) - Anne-Marie Craven arranges free Walks and Talks for members of the Friends. If you feel you could lead a walk in any part of the park or surrounding areas, or if you are particularly keen to join specific walks then please let her know. Contact Anne-Marie Craven:Newsletter@friendsofregentspark.org - [Opera and Shakespeare](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteer/opera-and-shakespeare/) - Visiting Opera company Opera Brava perform in the open air. Normally, 2 performances take place on the Nannies Lawn (next to the Open Air Theatre). The Lord Chamberlain’s Men perform a Shakespeare play in the traditional way with an all-male cast. Normally this takes place in the St John’s Lodge (Secret) Garden. 3 volunteers are required for each performance - [Hanover Gate Playground](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/playgrounds/hanover-gate-playground) - Near to the Park entry opposite the Central London Mosque is this varied and interesting playground, with slides, swings and climbing frames, and some ropes and suspended rope ladders for daredevil children to climbing. There is a toilet block, with baby changing facilities, and it is close to the Boathouse Café and the boating pond - [Primrose Hill Playground](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/playgrounds/primrose-hill-playground/) - At the base of Primrose Hill, this playground is next to the adult exercise area. This playground has a varied selection of climbing frames, swings, slides and roundabouts. There is an adjoining toilet block with baby changing facilities, and a café close by. - [Tree-Felling In Regent's Park & Primrose Hill](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/blog/nature/tree-felling-in-regents-park-primrose-hill/) - The Friends are often asked why so many trees are being felled in the Park. To explain this we looked at three types of tree that, in 2021 are being felled fairly often – Oaks, Plane and Horse Chestnuts. The two trees in the photos are a Turkey Oak and a London Plane on Marylebone Green. - [The Ornamental Well And Jelling Stone At The Danish Church](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post/the-ornamental-well-and-jelling-stone-at-the-danish-church/) - In St Katharine’s precinct off the Outer Circle is the Danish Church. In the centre of the courtyard, is an Ornamental Well, under which was the conduit supplying water when St Katharine’s was a hospital. A replica of a Medieval well head stands over it, which was erected in 1826 when the St. Katharine’s Order built a chapel in - [Invertebrates](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/wildlife/invertebrates) - From wetlands and woodlands to wildflower meadows and cultivated shrubberies, The Park benefits from a range of habitats that support a vast array of invertebrates. Despite its busy central London location, the park is home to a number of rare species that are of national importance; in 2003, survey works recorded 104 spider species (including - [St. Marylebone Parish Church](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/houses-of-worship/st-marylebone-parish-church) - Built in 1813-17 by Thomas Hardwick, this is the church in which Robert Browning was married to Elizabeth Barrett in 1846. A Browning Room here contains relics of the poet. Construction of the present church was first considered in 1770. 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Support the park; get involved in events, volunteering and community activities year-round. - [Volunteering](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/the-friends/volunteering/) - Volunteer with The Friends So many of our members say the reason they joined the Friends was to ‘give something back’. You can do that by volunteering at our summer music festival as well as at our visitor van, ‘Rambling Rosie’, helping visitors fine their way around the Park. Or, in the autumn the Park - [Gallery](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/gallery/) - Gallery Regent’s Park & Primrose Hill through the seasons. Spring Summer Autumn Winter - [Privacy & Cookie Policy](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy & Cookie Policy Thank you for being a Friend of Regent’s Park & Primrose Hill. We hope you enjoy our newsletters, and any meetings or events you attend, and the discounts you have access to as a Friend. To comply with the General Data Protection Regulations 2018, this policy is designed to make clear - [The Gardens of Regent's Park](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/gardens) - The Gardens Explore the carefully curated collections of plant life around Regent’s Park – an essential destination for any outdoor or garden lover. You could spend a day or two in Regent’s Park gardens if nature is your passion. They are many and varied, five in total offering inspiration and solace in equal measure. With - [Queen Elizabeth II Gardens](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/gardens/queen-elizabeth-ii-garden/) - Queen Elizabeth II Garden The garden is located in the heart of Regent’s Park, tucked behind the Espresso Bar on the Broad Walk and metres away from the Avenue Gardens. At the southern main entrance, visitors are greeted by a large pond complete with seating and a pergola. The central promenade is bisected by a - [Join Us](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/join-us/) - Join the Friends Become a part of our community at Regent’s Park, get involved and enjoy the benefits! The Benefits of a Friends Membership 25% discount off food and drink in all the cafés in the park 20% discount on Season Tickets for deck chair hire around the park. Visit Park Deck Chairs for more - [Trees In Regent's Park & Primrose Hill](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/trees) - Trees Find out how the lungs of the park breathe life into the landscape all year round. Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill have some venerable old trees, but even the oldest living specimens date back to 1818, when John Nash’s plan for the park was put into action. The Oak trees support a rich variety - [Playgrounds](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/playgrounds/) - Revisit cherished moments at Regent’s Park playgrounds, where families create unforgettable memories! Designed for children up to 12, offering swings, slides, and more. Enjoy the convenience of nearby cafés and changing facilities for a fun, worry-free day. - [History](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/visiting/history) - History How Regent’s Park evolved over the centuries; from a great wooded forest to the present-day park for all the people. Regent’s Park is a jewel in the Royal Parks crown. Its present-day appearance owes much to two men of the 19th century – the Prince Regent and John Nash. However – the story of - [History - ORIG](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/visiting/history-orig/) - A Short History of Regent’s Park. Regent’s Park is quite modern compared with some of the other Royal Parks. Its present-day appearance owes much to two men of the 19th century – the Prince Regent and John Nash. When George lll became incapable, his son was appointed as Regent and the Park is named after - [Monthly Updates](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/monthly-updates) - Monthly Updates We send out monthly news bulletins to our members with information about time sensitive issues in the park. These updates tell you about events, sell out seats and inform you of any upcoming issues or closures in the area. In addition to this, we publish two newsletters annually. These are more park-centric with - [Volunteering - Bandstand - 2026](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteering-bandstand-2026) - Volunteering Bookings Bandstand Back to Volunteering BOOKING AVAILABILITY: We need 1 Person on a Saturday afternoon and 2 people on each of 2 sessions on a Sunday/Bank Holiday. Can you help? Saturday AFTERNOON: 13:45 PM to 16:00 PM – one person Sunday/BH EARLY: 11:30 AM to 14:30 PM – two people Sunday/BH AFTERNOON: 14.30 PM - [Cafés In Regent's Park & Primrose Hill](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/cafes) - Enjoy a delicious selection of food all year round from cafés dotted throughout the park - near sports pitches, playgrounds, gardens, bandstands, and walkways. - [Volunteering - Bulb Planting - Off Season](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/bulb-planting-off-season) - Volunteering Bookings Bulb Planting at Regent’s Park Bulb Planting — 2026 Bulb planting usually takes place in October. When we have 2026 dates, we will publish them here and ask for volunteers. Back to Volunteering - [Volunteering - Booking Confirmation](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteering-booking-confirmation/) - Thank You for Volunteering! Thank you for volunteering with The Friends. We will send you confirmation of the volunteering slot you have registered for as soon as possible. Go back to Volunteering Booking Options… Volunteer at the Visitor Information Van Volunteer at the Bandstand - [Volunteering - Visitor Information Van - 2026](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteering-visitor-van-2026) - Volunteering Bookings Visitor Information Van Back to Volunteering BOOKING AVAILABILITY: We need 2 People on each of 2 sessions on a Saturday and 2 People on each of 2 sessions on a Sunday/Bank Holiday. Can you help? Saturday EARLY: 10:00am to 13:30pm – two people Saturday AFTERNOON: 13:30pm to 16:45pm – two people Sunday/BH EARLY: - [Friends of Regent's Park Events](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/friends-events) - The Friends Events Members of The Friends enjoy a range of events throughout the year. There are walks, talks, tours and webinars covering a multitude of subjects including nature, architecture, art, history and more. Our free music festival is one of the biggest in the UK. And you can give back to the park by - [Volunteering - Bandstand - New (18-08-2025)](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteering-bandstand-new-5) - VOLUNTEERING – BOOKINGS BANDSTAND - [Newsletters](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/newsletters) - Newsletters Our Newsletter archives are located here too and make a fascinating read from the first one published in 1992 to the present day. See how current events, people, politics, the park staff, not to mention the activities of the Friends have made the park what it is today. Newsletter 124 – Spring/Summer 2026 Find - [Wildlife In Regent's Park & Primrose Hill](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/wildlife) - Wildlife Discover the animals thriving in the very heart of London itself. The park is home to a wide cross section of birds, mammals, and invertebrates both diurnal and nocturnal. The waterfowl, the statuesque Grey Herons, and the picnic- savvy grey squirrel are commonly seen but did you know the park boasts the last confirmed - [Visiting](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/visiting) - Visiting Regent's Park There are so many things to do in the park that you will need to visit again and again. Playgrounds, boat rentals, the famous London Zoo, theatre, music, and sport are all on offer. To fuel up visit one of the many cafés or rent a deck chair and enjoy a picnic - [Volunteering - Visitor Information Van - Off Season](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteering-visitor-information-van-off-season) - Volunteering Bookings ‘The Rambling Rosie’ at Regent’s Park Booking Now Closed The Visitor Information Van Volunteering Season is now over for 2025. We look forward to seeing you next summer! Back to Volunteering - [Volunteering - Bandstand - Off Season](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteering-bandstand-off-season) - Volunteering Bookings Music Festival Bandstand at Regent’s Park Booking Now Closed The Bandstand Volunteering Season is now over for 2025. We look forward to seeing you next summer! Back to Volunteering - [Volunteering - Bulb Planting](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/bulb-planting-2025) - Volunteering Bookings Bulb Planting at The Regent’s Park Back to Volunteering Help the Park make a fantastic and colourful showing in the spring & see your hardwork in full bloom. This year, bulb planting will occur on three separate October dates; the 16th, 22nd and 30th of October. Locations include Regent’s Park including the new - [Volunteering - Bandstand - Off Season (2024)](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteering-bandstand-off-season-2024-2) - VOLUNTEERING – BANDSTAND - [Activities & Events](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/) - Activities & Events There are so many things to do in the park that you will need to visit again and again. Always a popular activity in the park, boats return in the Summer for rental. They run under the auspices of the Royal Parks with a completely new fleet. Enjoy performances from the likes - [The Architecture of Regent's Park](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/architecture) - Architecture Discover the buildings, properties and sculptures that decorate the landscape in and around Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill. Regent’s Park is framed and punctuated by an array of amazing buildings of historical interest, past and present. When you are in the park, look outwards and see the beautiful Nash Terraces, or view the Holme - [Volunteering - Bulb Planting](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/bulb-planting) - VOLUNTEERING – BULB PLANTING - [Volunteering - Visitor Information Van - New (18-08-2025)](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteering-visitor-van-new-5) - VOLUNTEERING – BOOKINGS VISITOR INFORMATION VAN - [Volunteering - Visitor Information Van](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/volunteering-visitor-information-van) - Voluteering Bookings Visitor Information Van a.k.a ‘Rambling Rosie’ Back to Volunteering Instructions for booking. You must read the following to understand the booking process then click the button below to proceed. BOOKING AVAILABILITY: We need four people each Saturday and Sunday. Can you help? SATURDAY : There are 2 time slots, for 2 people each - [Volunteering - Visitor Information Van ‘a.k.a. 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To download the upcoming 2025 Event's Programme, click the button below. Book your places online by becoming a member and following these instructions: 2025 Events Programme How to Book a Friends' Event You must have a user account on the Friends’ membership system. Log in - [News](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news) - News Here you can read more about the history of the park. It has regal links of course, is surrounded by rich architectural heritage, it is beloved by film makers and music is all around. Read it all here and access past newsletters to learn more about how the park evolves seasonally. Monthly Updates Our - [Park Post](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/park-post) - The Park Post Learn more about our park whether your interest is historical, musical, architectural, or centred on the natural world. Read about the importance of The Regent’s Canal, find out about our fabulous rose gardens or how we contribute to the fitness of Londoners- mental and physical. And did you know our picture-perfect park - [Musical Events](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/musical-events-live) - Book a Musical Event Since 2016, the Regent’s Park Music Festival has flourished from a single concert on the main park bandstand into a gathering that celebrates the arts in one one of London’s most renowned parks. Check below for our Musical Events Programme. As other musical events become available, come back to this page - [The Friends](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/the-friends) - The Friends There are many benefits to being a member of The Friends of Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill. Discounts at cafes, boating, deckchair rental, tennis bookings, the theatre and more. And if you love the park like we do you will want to give back through volunteering opportunities that will enhance your park experience exponentially. - [Monthly Events](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/monthly-events) - Monthly Events We send Monthly Events Flyers to all our members, letting you know what’s going on in the park every month. To find out about all the upcoming events in Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill, take a look below. Click here to find out more about becoming a member. Monthly Events – September 2024 - [Open Air Theatre](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/open-air-theatre) - Open Air Theatre Watching a production in the heart of the park at our award-winning Open Air Theatre is a unique experience not to be missed. Theatre, music, comedy and more is on offer during the summer and there are lots of dining opportunities to savour as well. 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Whether your interests are horticultural, architectural, cultural, - [In the Park - No Sidebar](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park-no-sidebar/) - IN THE PARK The minute you get to a park you breathe a little deeper and anticipate what it has to offer. Green spaces, café’s, shady and sunny spots, surprising sculptures, a bit of history and trees and flowers galore. Playgrounds, food, fun… You are transported to another space. The Gardens of Regent’s Park Find - [Registration](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/registration/) - [user_registration_form id="13713"] - [My Account](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/my-account-2/) - [user_registration_my_account] - [Gallery - ORIG](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/gallery-orig/) - Gallery Regent’s Park & Primrose Hill through the seasons Historic postcards Take a trip back in time See all - [Newsletters - ORIG](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news/newsletters-orig) - newsletters 2023 2022 2021 2020 Newsletters - 2019 to 2015 Newsletters Archive View All Newsletters in our archive: Newsletters Archive - [News - ORIG](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news-orig) - Park Post – ORIG (21/01/2021) No Comments THE PARK POST Look here to read a wide range of articles about the history of the park, its buildings, sculptures, wildlife, waterways, gardens, trees Read More » Newsletters – ORIG No Comments newsletters 2023 Events insert April June 2023 Download Newsletter 115 Spring 2023 Download 2022 Newsletter - [The Friends - ORIG (NEWER)](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/the-friends-orig-newer/) - History of the Friends No Comments The History of The Friends 1991-1993 Ben Whitaker and Peter Catto In Spring 1991 Ben Whitaker (previously MP for Hampstead) and Peter Catto commissioned the Read More » Contact Us No Comments Contact Us If you need to contact your committee, report something to the park police or have - [The Friends - ORIG (OLD)](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/the-friends-orig-old/) - History of the Friends No Comments The History of The Friends 1991-1993 Ben Whitaker and Peter Catto In Spring 1991 Ben Whitaker (previously MP for Hampstead) and Peter Catto commissioned the Read More » Contact Us No Comments Contact Us If you need to contact your committee, report something to the park police or have - [Dogs](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/visiting/dogs) - DOGS Man’s best friend is welcome in our park but there are certain ‘no go’ areas in the interests of protecting the flora and fauna. Click on the map or the button below it to download the map and familiarise yourself with where dogs are welcome. Dog Map View and Download the Map - [Dogs - ORIG](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/dogs-orig/) - [Visiting - ORIG](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/visiting-orig/) - History – ORIG A Short History of Regent’s Park. Regent’s Park is quite modern compared with some of the other Royal Parks. Its present-day appearance owes much to Read More » - [Open Air Theatre - ORIG](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/activities-events/open-air-theatre-orig) - Established in 1932, the multi-award-winning Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre is one of the largest theatres in London (1,240 seats) and situated in the beautiful surroundings of the Inner Circle, in the heart of Regent’s Park. Receiving the Highly Commended Award for London Theatre of the Year in The Stage Awards 2021, the theatre is - [ZSL London Zoo](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/zsl-london-zoo) - ZSL LONDON ZOO Many will remember their first trip to The ZSL London Zoo. This is the first scientific zoo in the world and is renowned for science and conservation. Nestled in the north eastern corner of Regent’s Park, ZSL London Zoo opened to scientists in 1828 and to the public in 1847. It’s had - [The Regent's Canal](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/the-regents-canal) - THE REGENT'S CANAL The Regent’s Canal dissects the zoo and gives you breath-taking views of the imposing houses of Little Venice and the vibrant buzz of Camden market. The Regent’s Canal, to which the Prince Regent lent his name, was the “London Canal” that would finally link the London docks at Limehouse with the Grand - [Houses Of Worship In Regent's Park](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/in-the-park/houses-of-worship-in-regents-park/) - HOUSES OF WORSHIP IN REGENT’S PARK The perimeter of the park is dotted with seven houses of worship that appeal to the religious, the architecturally inclined or the just plain curious. The Mosque is one of the most modern and obvious with its golden dome and towering minaret. These marvellous buildings offer community, a place - [Volunteering - Booking Managing Listing](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/booking-managing-listing) - This page can only be accessed through links in emails related to your booking. 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Normally, 2 performances take place on the Nannies Lawn (next to the Open Air Theatre). The Lord Chamberlain’s Read More » Kiosk Working with the Park management the Friends are developing a project to install a visitor information centre in the form of a Kiosk - [Events](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/news-events/events/) - [cs_content][cs_element_section _id="1" ][cs_element_row _id="2" ][cs_element_column _id="3" ][cs_element_text _id="4" ][/cs_element_column][cs_element_column _id="5" ] [/cs_element_column][/cs_element_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id="6" ][cs_element_row _id="7" ][cs_element_column _id="8" ][cs_the_grid name="Events"][/cs_element_column][/cs_element_row][/cs_element_section][/cs_content][cs_content_seo]Due to the coronavirus pandemic, there are no events scheduled. This page will be updated in due course. The Grid - Preview not available in Cornerstone[/cs_content_seo] ## My Templates - [HEADER HOME](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=header-home) - Content area - [Sports Subpage Template](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=news) - Sports Subpage Template The Hub (a pavilion cafe with underground changing rooms) is at the centre of the northern parklands, where an impressive array of sports activity take place. With an annual throughput of more than 400,000 players, football, rugby, lacrosse and cricket take place here. Numbers peak at weekends with some 270 junior football - [Elementor Search Results #23280](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=elementor-search-results-23280) - Search results... Search Search - [Search bar TEST 1](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=search-bar-test-1) - Search results for... 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Other spring highlights in Avenue Gardens include rows of tulips in the formal beds, and naturalised daffodils in the lawns. There are snowdrops and bluebells in Queen Mary’s Garden. - [Default Kit](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=default-kit) - [Elementor Footer #23058](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=elementor-footer-23058) - Content area - [Elementor Header #23049](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=elementor-header-23049) - Content area - [QMG Template](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=qmg-template) - Queen Elizabeth II Gardens The garden is located in the heart of Regent’s Park, tucked behind the Espresso Bar on the Broad Walk and metres away from the Avenue Gardens. At the southern main entrance, visitors are greeted by a large pond complete with seating and a pergola. The central promenade is bisected by a - [Footer](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=footer) - Content area - [Wildlife Template](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=wildlife-template-2) - Wildlife Template Winfield House replaced an original Georgian mansion, Hertford House, designed by Decimus Burton in 1829. It was owned at the end of the 19th century by the Marquis of Hertford, who renamed it St Dunstan’s Villa. It was used as a hospital for blind veterans of WW1 giving the name to the charity - [Trees Template](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=gardens-template-2) - Trees Template Foxglove Tree This lovely flowering tree is about 100 years old. It was planted as part of the design for The English Gardens – a section of Regent’s Park intended to look wild and natural compared to more formal areas. The Foxglove tree (Paulownia tomentosa) is vigorous and resilient as well as beautiful. - [Visiting Subpage](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=visiting-subpage-2) - Visiting Subpage Regent’s Park covers a vast area and is accessible by tube, bus or on foot. There are numerous bus and tube station stops to serve you depending upon where you want to end up. A car journey should be your last resort as parking is limited. Pedestrian Access Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill are - [Visiting Subpage](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=visiting-subpage) - Visiting Subpage Visiting Subpage Back to Visiting Back to Visiting - [Activities Subpage Template](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=page) - Activities Subpage Template Playgrounds, cafes, pack a picnic perhaps? Our park is packed with possibilities. 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It was used as a hospital for blind veterans of WW1 giving the name to the - [In The Park Subpage](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=in-the-park-subpage) - In The Park Subpage Enjoy a delicious selection of food all year round. There are eight distinctive cafés dotted throughout the park situated within easy reach of sports pitches, playgrounds, gardens, bandstands, and walkways. There is something for everyone; hot meals, cold drinks, sandwiches, pizzas, cold beer and ice cream. Many cafés have toilets within - [Gardens Template](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=gardens-template) - Gardens Template The Regent’s Park Allotment is a place for both solace and learning, where everyone is welcome to enter the gate and find themselves immersed in the natural allure of seasonal crops. From the fragrant rosemary, to the summer glow of tomatoes, and the crisp sturdiness of our winter crops, there is always something - [Statues Template](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=statues-template) - Statues Template Winfield House replaced an original Georgian mansion, Hertford House, designed by Decimus Burton in 1829. It was owned at the end of the 19th century by the Marquis of Hertford, who renamed it St Dunstan’s Villa. It was used as a hospital for blind veterans of WW1 giving the name to the charity - [Houses Template](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=houses-template) - Houses Template Winfield House replaced an original Georgian mansion, Hertford House, designed by Decimus Burton in 1829. It was owned at the end of the 19th century by the Marquis of Hertford, who renamed it St Dunstan’s Villa. It was used as a hospital for blind veterans of WW1 giving the name to the charity - [General Subpage](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=general-subpage) - The Community Wildlife Garden The Community Wildlife Garden is a hidden gem, tucked away off York Bridge Road, south of the Will to Win tennis centre. There are two entrances – one from York Bridge Road and one from the Inner Circle – both with signs for Will to Win tennis. The area was once - [Gallery](https://www.friendsofregentspark.org/?elementor_library=gallery) - Gallery Spring Gallery Spring has arrived in Regent’s Park when you see people taking photos of the cherry blossom in Avenue Gardens and Chester Road. Other spring highlights in Avenue Gardens include rows of tulips in the formal beds, and naturalised daffodils in the lawns. There are snowdrops and bluebells in Queen Mary’s Garden. 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