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Area guide: Richmond

Richmond lies in the West London and contains the largest park in London, Richmond Park. It is considered an affluent area with enviable postcodes in Barnes, Mortlake, Sheen and parts of Putney. Some of the most scenic parts lie along the River Thames with quaint walks and eateries. Given it is located in the suburbs of London, open space is more readibly available and there are numerous parks in Richmond which offer some fantastic sports facilities and activities. 

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Running in Richmond and Kingston

  • Ellen O'Riordan
  • Mar 30, 2016

London has some beautiful running routes to offer, none more appealing than those in the South West boroughs where grass, trees and the river are superabundant features.  There’s the peacef...

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Richmond venues and sports facilities

Activities in Richmond

The Russell School - Year 2, Year 3 & Year 4 Athletics After School Club - Summer Term
Next date: June 9, 2022
This Athletics After School Club is designed for all abilities, the sessions focus on fun and enjoyable games whilst providing expert coaching and a better understanding of the Athletics.

Throughout the block, your child will learn all the skills and t...
The Russell School - Year 5 & Year 6 Dodgeball After School Club -Summer Term
Next date: June 8, 2022
This Dodgeball After School Club is designed for all abilities, the sessions focus on fun and enjoyable games whilst providing expert coaching and a better understanding of the game.

Throughout the block, your child will learn all the skills and techni...
The Russell School - Reception, Year 1 & Year 2 Football After School Club - Summer Term
Next date: June 13, 2022
This Football After School Club is designed for all abilities, the sessions focus on fun and enjoyable games whilst providing expert coaching and a better understanding of the game.

Throughout the block, your child will learn all the skills and techniq...

Easily the most famous is Richmond Park which is very popular for walkers, runners and cyclists. It is one of the best parks in London for cycling with undulating paths, wild deer and pleasant cafes within its 955 hectares. Some of the other parks and open spaces within the area which are worth writing about are Marble Hill Park, Palewell Park and of course Old Deer Park. Old Deer Park has an indoor swimming pool within its grounds, cricket pitches, public grass tennis courts (very rare) and general recreational space. Cambridge Gardens and Moormead and Bandy Recreation Ground are other areas worth noting when looking for tennis courts in Richmond.

Leisure centres in Richmond are fairly rare, but the council does offer a leisure card for its residents. However separate to leisure centres are numerous schools with sports facilities. Richmond Upon Thames College has a sports hall which can be used for badminton, volleyball, 5 a side football as well as most other indoor sports. Teddington School which counts Jonny Wilkinson amongst its alumni is another great example, whilst Hampton Academy and Richmond Park Academy also have shool facilities for hire in Richmond when not in use by their pupils.

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  • New article "Running in Richmond and Kingston" has been published

    6 years ago

  • New article "Running in Richmond and Kingston" has been published

    6 years ago

  • New article "Running in Richmond and Kingston" has been published

    6 years ago

  • New article "Running in Richmond and Kingston" has been published

    6 years ago

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