Tag: park
In photos: a walk around the Gordon Square park in Bloomsbury, central London
During the lockdown, I pretty much visited every park – big or small – within three miles of Brixton, but this time I’ve travelled further afar and taken a look …
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In photos: The Griffith Observatory and Griffith Park, Los Angeles, California
On the last day of our US tour, the band’s driver – the ever-accommodating Steve Michener – took us up to Griffith Park, where we were able to enjoy commanding …
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Fifty photos of the wonderful Kew Gardens including the Palm House, treetop walkway and amazing plants
Housing the “largest and most diverse botanical and mycological collections in the world,” Kew Gardens is a botanical garden founded in 1840, and can claim to be of London’s top tourist …
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In photos: Deer, trees, lakes, boats and sunshine: a day out in Richmond and Richmond Park, London
Richmond is a well-off residential district bordering the River Thames in south west London, with the wonderful Richmond Park a short bus ride away. Here’s 33 photos from a recent …
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The wonderful Skulpturen Park (sculpture park) of Köln, Germany – in photos, May 2018
A major international overview of contemporary sculpture, the Skulpturen Park Köln (Cologne Sculpture Park) opened in 1997. The 25,000 square feet public park features works by German and international artists and …
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Victorian monuments and sledging: Bristol’s beautiful Arnos Vale cemetery in the snow
Bristol’s Grade II Arnos Vale Cemetery is a wonderful place to visit, with the 45-acre burial site being opened in 1839 during the reign of Queen Victoria. Laid out as …
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Last chance to see the Frieze Sculpture Park 2017 in Regent’s Park, London
Currently on show in London’s Regent’s Park, Frieze Sculpture is a major outdoor exhibition bringing together 25 new and significant works by 20th-century masters and leading contemporary artists from around the …
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London’s hidden gems: Mount Street Gardens and a wonderful church in Mayfair
Hidden behind houses and large mansion blocks in Mayfair is this lovely little park which also contains a doorway to the striking 1849 Church of the Immaculate Conception – a …
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Nomad Cinema celebrates 5th birthday at The LookOut in Hyde Park and announces London summer pop-up shows
On Thursday night, Nomad Cinema celebrated their fifth birthday with a shindig at The Serpentine in Hyde Park, London. The party also marked the launch of roaming pop-up cinema’s summer season, …
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A walk around Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park, London, December 2015
Running until the 3rd Jan 2016, Winter Wonderland describes itself as ‘London’s Spectacular Christmas Destination’ and, to be honest, it’s a pretty good day out. Admission is free and there’s no shortage …
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