Londoners know true paradise is to be found out in the capital's scruffier patches. We visit our favourite local grassy oases, and pit park against park in a competition to see which one scrubs up best
Clissold Park, N16
A splash of urban greenery that reflects Stokie’s boho charm, topped off with its own stately home.
Springfield Park, E5
A hidden enclave in the east that’s tricky to reach but well worth the effort for nature lovers.
Battersea Park, SW11
A superb Thames vista, a cute children’s zoo and superb sports facilities make this green space a top London retreat.
Ravenscourt Park, W6
A peaceful west London refuge that is often overlooked for its more famous neighbours.
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Gladstone Park, NW2
Tip-top sports facilities, pretty flower gardens and great city views ensure return visits to this north London oasis.
Brockwell Park, SE24
A true southern beauty with a proud anti-fascist history and Lambeth Country Show.
Finsbury Park, N4
It may not be in the most tranquil locale, but this hub of shrubbery is as diverse as its community.
Victoria Park, E9
Flora, fauna, fireworks and faded Victorian glory in this East End corker – it’s our winning park!
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11 comments
The squatters in the house on the edge of Clissold park were doing no harm, it added some colour and variety to the palce.
I really have no idea wat you are trying to say. I won't use sarcasm again as it's clearly been lost into oblivion...
you are very right opinion Mr. Mark I agree with your comments becuase in all the conjested atmospher its caused the pure groom health for the human being thats why i love vic part and also you said right thing, but whilst trends die, quality lives on. its so nice of you
Thanks for that Shami, we get a really good idea of your opinion from that post.
Technically not a park, but Hampstead Heath has to be the nicest outdoor space in London. Okay not as 'trendy' as Vic park, but whilst trends die, quality lives on.
no like the victoira park and i hope it wil win and you Sophie dont has perfect information and i love this park toooooooooo much as you think about it
I loooooveeeeee Vicky Park!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D
very nice magazine which keep in touch with the culture of the london city its os beautifful for me
Vic Park wins.
Yes!!!!!
What about Waterlow Park, Highgate?
Shut up Nicola.
Hi - re the Parks, specifically Battersea Park's description.
I'm sure "Getting In" to Battersea Park is better than 4/10, more like 8/10, and being almost flat it's very accessible. Public transport - not just the trains from Waterloo and Victoria (and Surrey and Middlesex) plus the London Bridge route and the 137 bus but several other buses pass the park or along Battersea Park Rd from the 452 from Kensal Green and Kensington, the 344 from Liverpool St, and there's the 156 from Wimbledon. Even the 360 bus (South Kensington to Elephant & Castle) stops just over Chelsea Bridge so the visitor gets a short walk across Chelsea Bridge with fabulous river views with the Power Station, or you can catch one of the 3 buses that cross the bridge, including the 44 (Tooting-Victoria).
As far as fun goes - it's a wonderful place to learn to rollerblade especially near the Pagoda (lessons and group skating) and what about the bike hire place which hires out all sorts of bikes for all ages?
Lastly, Battersea Park's famous annual November firework display is brilliant and excellent value.