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Richmond Upon Thames Est Un Quartier De Londres Richmond Upon Thames È Una Cittadina Di Londra De Todos Los Municipios Londinenses, Richmond Unique

Richmond Upon Thames Est Un Quartier De Londres Richmond Upon Thames È Una Cittadina Di Londra De Todos Los Municipios Londinenses, Richmond Unique

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2011 - 04 historic gems 2011 - 06 riverside retreat RICHMOND - 2011 08 open spaces 2011 - 10 museums and galleries UPON 2011 - 12 eating out 2011 - 14 shopping 2011 - 16 ghosts and hauntings THAMES 2011 - 18 attractions 2011 - 26 map VisitRichmond Guide 2011 2011 - 28 richmond hill 2011 - 30 restaurants and bars 2011 - 36 accommodation 2011 - 45 events 2011 - 50 travel information French Italian Spanish Richmond upon Thames est un quartier de Londres Richmond upon Thames è una cittadina di Londra De todos los municipios londinenses, Richmond unique. Traversé par la Tamise sur 33 kilomètres unica. Attraversata dal Tamigi che scorre lungo upon Thames es único. Por su centro pasa el río de campagne bordée de maisons élégantes et de 33km di campagna passando di fronte a case Támesis, que fl uye a lo largo de 33 kilómetros beaux jardins. La rivière relie le palais de Hampton eleganti e bellissimi giardini, il fi ume collega il de paisaje, pasando ante viviendas elegantes Court et les jardins botaniques royaux de aux Palazzo di Hampton Court e I Giardini Botanici Reali y hermosos jardines. El río enlaza el palacio de villes de Richmond et de . En explorant di KEW alle cittadine di Richmond e Twickenham. Hampton Court y el Real Jardín Botánico de ce lieu de résidence favorite de la royauté, des Esplorando questa località già dimora favorita Kew con las de Richmond y Twickenham. grands peintres et des hommes d’Etat, on découvre dalla famiglia reale, da grandi artisti ed uomini Lugar predilecto de la realeza, de hombres de des parcs magnifi ques, des styles d’architecture di stato, potrete scoprire I magnifi ci parchi, gli estado y grandes artistas, cuenta con parques originaux et toute une variété de restaurants et de originali stili architettorici oltre ad un’ ampia varietà magnífi cos y estilos inspirados de arquitectura . Ce guide, qui répertorie toutes les expositions di ristoranti e . Grazie alle sue mostre d’arte para descubrir, además de una magnífi ca variedad contemporaines et le programme de manifestations contemporanea e ad un programma di avvenimenti de restaurantes y pubs, los tradicionales intéressantes, vous permettra de profi ter au estremamente piacevoli, questa guida vi aiuterà a bares británicos. Esta guía, en la que se incluye maximum de votre séjour. Nous espérons avoir le trarre il massimo dalla vostra visita. Speriamo di una lista de las exposiciones contemporáneas y un plaisir de vous accueillir souvent. poter avere il piacere di accoglieivi ancora spesso. programa innovador de acontecimientos especiales para disfrutar, le servirá de ayuda para que su visita Dutch le resulte de lo más provechosa. Esperamos darle la Richmond upon Thames is een unieke bienvenida muchas veces más. welcome Londense gemeente. Zij ligt aan de romantische German Theems die hier door 33 km landschap vol mooie Japanese Unter allen Stadtteilen ist Richmond tuinen en elegante huizen stroomt. De rivier verbindt einzigartig. Mitten hindurch fl ießt die Themse an het paleis van Hampton Court en de botanische eleganten Häusern und wunderschönen Gärten tuinen van Kew met Richmond en Twickenham. Met vorbei und vermittelt über eine Strecke von 33 haar prachtige parken is de gemeente van oudsher Kilometern ein Gefühl ländlicher Atmosphäre. Der een favoriete woonplaats van koningen, kunstenaars Fluß verbindet das Schloß von Hampton Court und en staatslieden en er is een inspirerende variatie die Königlichen Botanischen Gärten in Kew mit den van architectonische stijlen te ontdekken naast Orten Richmond und Twickenham. In diesem von een heerlijke verscheidenheid aan restaurants en Angehörigen des Königshauses und von berühmten pubs. Er zijn tentoonstellingen van hedendaagse Künstlern und Staatsmännern bevorzugten kunst en een innoverend programma van bijzondere Viertel gibt es großartige Parks zu entdecken und evenementen om uit te kiezen en deze gids zal u eine Vielfalt architektonischer Stilrichtungen zu helpen van uw bezoek ten volle te genieten. We bewundern wie auch zahlreiche ausgezeichnete hopen u nog vaak terug te mogen zien. Restaurants und Pubs. Dieser Führer ist bemüht, Ihnen durch zeitgenössische Ausstellungen und ein innovatives Programm von Sonderveranstaltungen zu helfen, Ihren Besuch wirklich zu genießen. Wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen.

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upon Thames Cllr Nicholas True Richmond upon Thames lies 15 miles Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew which in southwest of central yet a fast train 2008 celebrated its 250th anniversary. The form Waterloo Station will take you here in London Wetland Centre in Barnes is an 15 minutes when you arrive you will emerge oasis of peace and a haven for wildlife while into a different world. the home of Rugby has a fantastic visitor’s centre which Defi ned by the Thames with over 16 miles is open all year round. of riverside we are without doubt the most beautiful of the capitals 32 boroughs. It is Our aim at the Hall is to ensure that with good reason that we are sometimes this is not just a great place to live but known as London’s Arcadia – a rural idyll so one that will give visitors a very special close the heart of the greatest city on earth. experience indeed. Richmond upon Thames is defi ned as much by its people We really have something for everyone. as it is by its places. We work together here Our are vibrant and stylish with to make our borough the special place that great places to eat, drink shop, and it is. I am extremely fortunate to be Leader generally have a good time. And of of this great borough and I extend our course our parks and open spaces are warmest welcome and hope you will enjoy internationally renowned. every moment of your visit.

We also have other great places to see Councillor Nicholas True such as Hampton Court and the Leader Richmond upon Thames Council

visitrichmond.co.uk - 3 --- Richmond upon Thames is exhibitions and displays. a treasure trove of stunning Just a short walk along the river architecture steeped in history, from Richmond town centre, Ham and a visit to any of the historic House is an atmospheric Stuart properties in and around the mansion which remains a treasure historic gems borough will provide a fascinating trove of rare and unusual objects, its original Georgian splendour, glimpse into Britain’s past. with spectacular interiors and is not to be missed, and nearby World famous Hampton Court faithfully restored formal gardens. attractions including , Palace, set in 60 acres of glorious Due to high demand from visitors Park House and gardens on the banks of the River will be open 6 days House provide further appeal Thames, was the magnifi cent a week in 2011. On the opposite both to history and architecture residence of Henry VIII, William bank of the Thames and linked enthusiasts. III and Mary II. Follow the by Hammerton’s passenger ferry Discover hidden gems such as imaginatively created visitor routes lies , an elegant Garrick’s Temple by the riverside through hundreds of years of royal Palladian which was built in at Hampton, and ’s history and you will see exquisite the 1720s for Henrietta Howard, ‘Little Gothic Castle’ at Strawberry tapestries, paintings and carvings, the beloved mistress of King Hill which has recently reopened as well as the fully restored George II. following extensive renovation work Tudor kitchens and more modern , recently restored to to transform it to its former glory.

---- 4 - visitrichmond.co.uk Japanese Pagoda in Hampton Court Palace Admission: Adult £13.50; Concession £11.50; under- East , , KT8 9AU 17s free with paying adult Discover magnifi cent State Apartments, spectacular Nearest station: Kew Gardens works of art and 500 years of Royal history Tel: 0844 482 7777 Marble Hill House “ I am a resident of Email: [email protected] Richmond Road, Twickenham, TW1 2NL Web: www.hrp.org.uk A lovely Palladian villa set in 66 acres of riverside parkland Richmond. I learned Opening hours: open all year apart from 24 - 26 Dec. Tel 020 8892 5115 Oct to Mar 10am - 4.30pm, April to Sept 10am - 6pm Web: www.english-heritage.org.uk so much. Excellent.” Admission: £14.00 for adults; £11.50 for senior Opening hours: Weekends only between 1 April and Professor James Knight. citizens and students; £7.00 for children; £38 for a 31 Oct. Saturday, 10am to 2pm; Sunday, 10am to 5pm. family ticket; under-fi ves free Tours on Tues and Wed at 12noon and 3pm Nearest station: Hampton Court Admission: Adults £4.40; Children £2.20; Conc. £3.70. Disabled access: Yes Nearest station: St Margarets Disabled access: Ground fl oor only Ham House Ham Street, Ham, Richmond, TW10 7RS Kew Palace A beautiful Stuart house beside the Thames, built 1610 Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Richmond, TW9 3AB Tel: 020 8940 1950 This recently-restored property is the smallest and Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk most intimate of the royal , set in the grounds of the Royal Botanic Gardens Email: [email protected] Tel: 0844 482 7777 Opening hours: House open between end of Mar and end of Oct 1pm to 5pm. Closed Thurs and Fridays. Web: www.hrp.org.uk Gardens open all year 11am to 6pm every day Email: [email protected] Admission: house and garden adult £10.40, child Opening hours: Open from end March to end October, £5.80, Family £26.60. Garden only: Adult £3.50; child Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 5pm. £2.36; family £9.25. Admission: Adult £5; Concessions £4.50; Children Nearest station: Richmond under 16yrs free Nearest station: Kew Gardens Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Disabled access: yes Kew, Richmond, TW9 3AB From the elegant Palm House to the modern Strawberry Hill Princess of Conservatory, the exotic pagoda Waldegrave Road, Twickenham, TW1 4ST and the Temperate House, the gardens contain the Tel: 020 8744 3124 fi nest plant collection in the world. Web: www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk Tel: 020 8332 5655 (24hrs) Opening hours: 2 April until 2 November Email: [email protected] Web: www.kew.org/visitor/visitkew Admission: £8.00 for adults; £7.00 for concessions; Opening hours: 9.30am to 6pm. Children under 15yrs £5; Family £20 visitrichmond.co.uk - 5 --- The , the longest river the boundary between the tidal and or down to , offering in England, is famous throughout non-tidal Thames and is a popular an alternative and unique method of the world for its history, its culture resting point for walkers on this transport as well as an opportunity and its amazing variety of wildlife, stretch of the . to discover the Thames from an archaeology and scenery. Running alongside or close to the entirely new perspective. If you’re feeling energetic you can even hire a traditional Thames skiff or rowing a riverside retreat boat and be captain for an hour, or a day! The River hosts many local Of London’s many assets there is River, this National Trail takes you events, ranging from regattas to possibly none that compares with through busy towns brimming with dragon boat racing, and of course this sparkling stretch of water that restaurants, cafes and pubs, and not forgetting the annual meanders through the Borough past wild commons and woodland and Boat Race and the of Richmond upon Thames on its where you may escape the bustle , held every year in way to the big city and beyond. of city life. Islands dot the river, September, which lays claim to being The view of the Thames from the some forming residential hubs with the longest river race in Europe. top of Richmond Hill, protected by houseboat moorings, boatyards The River has a special magic in an Act of Parliament since 1902, and many different styles of Richmond upon Thames, offering an has been a source of inspiration accommodation. Others are simply opportunity to spend tranquil hours for artists and poets throughout home to the vast assortment of wild exploring its banks on foot or by bike, the years. Richmond Bridge is the fowl and animals that choose to live as well as the chance to get involved oldest spanning the River and is near the River. in the myriad water themed activities an Grade I listed Out on the water, passenger boats that take place throughout the year. structure. marks cruise upstream to Hampton Court, ---- 6 - visitrichmond.co.uk Richmond Riverside Passenger Services Richmond Bridge Boathouses From Westminster Pier to Hampton Court Pier. 1-3 Bridge Boathouses, Out on the water, why not Travel 22 miles along the Royal Barge route of Richmond upon Thames TW9 1TH Henry VIII, past the Royal Botanical Gardens at Be the captain of your own vessel. Hire a rowing take a passenger boat Kew and Historic Richmond to the Royal Palace of boat in Richmond and paddle up to the foot of upstream to Westminster or Hampton court. Richmond Hill or Marble Hill House. Tel: 020 7930 2062 or 020 7930 4721 Tel: 020 8948 8270 down to Hampton Court? Web: www.wpsa.co.uk Web: www.richmondbridgeboathouses.com Opening: Daily sailing from Westminster Pier are Opening: Seven days a week from April to October operated between April and October Prices: Weekend hourly rate from £4 per person Fares: Adults £13.50; Child £6.75; Concession £9; (hire by arrangement). Monday to Friday rate from Family £33.75. £2.50 per person per hour. Boats can accommodate All prices are based on a single ticket from up to seven passengers. Westminster to Hampton Court Palace. 50% discount for freedom pass holders. Turk Launches Town End Pier, 68 High Street, Hampton Ferry , Surrey KT1 1HN Hampton Ferry Boathouse, Thames Street, Tel: 020 8546 2434 Hampton, TW12 2EW Web: www.turks.co.uk Begin at the home of eighteenth-century actor and Email: [email protected] theatre manager, David Garrick, and then travel From April to mid-September we operate a scheduled, across the river to Hurst Park in Molesey. The fully licensed passenger boat service between boathouse is opposite the Bell Inn in Hampton. Richmond, Twickenham, Kingston and Hampton Court. Tel: 020 8979 7471 Web: www.hamptonferryboathouse.co.uk Hammertons Ferry Email: [email protected] Orleans Road, Twickenham, TW1 3BL Opening: The ferry runs daily from the beginning of Trips between and Ham House. April to the end of October Tel: 020 8892 9620 Fares: £1.00 for adults; 50p for children (under 16); Web: hammertonsferry.co.uk 20p for bicycles. Pushchairs and dogs go free Opening: Weekdays 10:00am – 6:00pm, Weekends and Bank Holidays 10:00am – 6:30pm. Open all week from 1st March through to the 31st October. Open weekends throughout the Winter (weather permitting) Fares: Adults £1, Children 50p, Under 3s Free, Adult bikes 50p, Child bikes Free

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World-renowned Royal Parks, Eye and other iconic central in Richmond, York House and stunning stretches of riverside London landmarks. in Twickenham, and extravagantly planted public The borough boasts over 100 and in Hampton are parks and gardens combine to parks, commons and woodlands especially popular. Each area of make Richmond upon Thames which are the safest in London the borough has a village green, the greenest and most beautiful and attract 5 million visitors where summer fairs are held, cricket matches are played and where families can enjoy the rural open spaces peace and tranquillity. Dotted throughout the borough borough in London. In addition, it’s each year. Numerous children’s you will discover pockets of the only London borough to span play areas have recently been greenery suitable for various both banks of the Thames. refurbished, and new initiatives outdoor activities including cycling, The jewel in the crown is majestic such as open air ‘FitPoints’ and walking, picnicking and other Richmond Park, with its gently guided health walks have been outdoor pursuits. Visitors can rolling hills, ancient copses and introduced to encourage people to discover rare trees, unusual and herds of free-roaming red and make full use of these wonderful quirky statuary and many different fallow deer, a landscape which free facilities. Several council run types of fl ora and fauna in both has changed little from the days of spaces have been awarded the formal and more rustic settings. Charles I. From selected vantage prestigious national Green Flag Just remember to bring fi ne points within this largest of the Award and there is an ongoing weather with you! Royal Parks it is possible to view policy of improvement and St Paul’s Cathedral, the London regeneration. The Terrace Gardens

---- 8 - visitrichmond.co.uk Richmond Park Home Park London Wetland Centre London’s largest park with 2,500 acres of hills, Extending from the sumptuous grounds of Over 42 hectares of created wetlands in the heart woodlands, gardens and grassland with stunning Hampton Court Palace and hugging a bend of the of London. The centre offers the opportunity to see views as far as St Paul’s Cathedral. Home to large River Thames, the park is home to a canal and golf rare and beautiful wetland wildlife. herds of red and fallow deer, the gated park was course. And more deer. Queen Elizabeth’s Walk, Barnes, London, designated as a National Nature Reserve in 2000. Hampton Court Palace SW13 9WT. The adventurous can enjoy a host of activities Tel: 0844 482 7777 Tel: 020 8409 4400 including horse riding, cycling and power kiting. It : 111, 216, 411, 451, 461, R68, 416, 513. Web: www.wwt.org.uk/wetlandcentre also houses the magnifi cent and the gardens at Pembroke Lodge. Email: [email protected] Tel: 020 8948 3209 Opening: Open 7 days a week (except 25th www.royalparks.org.uk Following the bends of the River Crane from December) from 9.30am to 6pm (last admission Twickenham to Road, the tranquil nature 5pm) in the summer and 9.30am to 5pm (last Open all year. Park gates open at 7am in summer reserve is a haven for wildlife including marsh admission at 4pm) in the winter and 7.30am in winter, and close at dusk and rare water voles. A cycle track, the remains Admission with gift aid: Adult £9.50; Concession Bus: 371 (to Richmond Gate), 65 (to Petersham of a gunpowder mill and the Shot Tower blend £7.10; Child £5.25; Family £26.55 (2 Adults and 2 Gate) 72, 74 (to Gate), 85 (to with riverside meadows and wooded riverbanks. Children); Children under 4yrs go free Ladderstile Gate – for the Isabella Plantation) Entrance off Ellerman Avenue Nearest station: Barnes Tel: 020 8893 4686 Disabled Access: yes Bus: 110, H22 A stone’s throw from Hampton Court Palace, this Royal Park is home to free-roaming deer, the famous Diana fountain, a large children’s play area Terrace Gardens and the Chestnut Avenue designed by Christopher The Terrace Gardens are famous for their seasonal Wren. Perfect for a summer picnic. bedding, shrubberies, rockery and rose garden, all set amongst fi ne trees and sloping lawns. Tel: 020 8979 1586 Close to the main entrance is a conservatory with Web: www.royalparks.org.uk “ Cycling in Richmond tropical plants. On the top terrace is a formal pool Open all year. with its modern statue of Aphrodite (affectionately Park on a sunny day Bus: 111, 216, 411, 465, X26, R68 known as Bulbous Betty). From the gravel walk at the summit of Richmond Hill many landmarks with the kids in tow - Old can be viewed through a telescope situated near Formerly part of a hunting park attached to the boundary hedge. On a clear day you can see fabulous!” , it plays host to various sports , and there is a viewing panel Sarah Fletcher, Richmond. and events throughout the year. outlining other key landmarks. Features of the gardens’ history remain, including the statue of the Facilities include a playground, tennis courts, River God and an ice house set in the slope to the sports pitches and indoor and, in summer, outdoor rear of the thatched summer house. swimming pools. Petersham Road/Richmond Hill, Richmond Tel: 020 8332 6696 Tel: 020 8831 6127 Bus: 190, 65, R70 Bus: 371, 65 visitrichmond.co.uk - 9 --- Old Father Thames, Terrace Gardens

Richmond upon Thames provides records charting the evolution in Richmond Park’s White Lodge, a wealth of surprises for art lovers, of the nation, as well as tracing home to the Royal Ballet’s history buffs and sports fans. Local their own ancestors and exploring Lower School. history from the earliest times to their family trees. A visit to the Skilled and talented artists the present day is displayed in in Richmond will from the local area and beyond the Museums of Richmond and take you behind the scenes where regularly display their work Twickenham, where visitors of all 38 million poppies a year are at Gallery at ages will fi nd ancient artefacts and produced in honour and memory Twickenham and the Riverside unusual exhibits to intrigue and of the country’s service men and Gallery in Richmond. Both venues interest them. The collection at the women, complete with a guided play host to diverse traditional covers the tour and tea and biscuits. and contemporary free exhibitions area of the old pre-1965 Borough Rugby enthusiasts can enjoy in attractive settings close to the which comprised Richmond, behind-the-scenes tours of the Thames. Many private art galleries museums and galleries Ham, Petersham and Kew whilst iconic Twickenham Stadium, home can also be found in the cobbled visitors to of English rugby, and inspect the lanes just off Richmond Green, can discover the history of the old world famous museum. Those with on the slopes of Richmond Hill, Middlesex part of the Borough. an interest in the world of ballet and in other villages throughout At the National Archives in Kew may wish to book a visit to the the borough. visitors can pore over historical newly opened Museum of Ballet

---- 10 - visitrichmond.co.uk The Museum of Rugby and The National Archives Orleans House Gallery Twickenham Stadium Tours Ruskin Avenue, Kew, TW9 4DU Riverside, Twickenham TW1 3DJ Rugby Road, Twickenham TW1 1DZ Home to almost 1,000 years of British historical Steeped in history, Orleans House is home to the The ultimate experience for fans. The records from the Doomsday Book to the present borough’s fantastic public art galleries and the museum hosts the world’s largest array of rugby day, including Shakespeare’s will, Guy Fawkes’ baroque Octagon Room, designed by the famous memorabilia and artefacts and you can even test confession and the fi rst American newspaper. architect James Gibb in 1720. Also home to the your strength on the scrum machine. The stunning Other highlights are Captain Bligh’s account of the Coach House Education Centre opened in 2006. stadium is being upgraded to hold more than 80,000 mutiny on The Bounty, ’s post mortem Tel: 020 8831 6000 fans on match days. and the abdication instrument of Edward VIII. Email: [email protected] Tel: : 020 8892 8877 Tel: 020 8876 3444 Web: www.richmond.gov/orleans_house_gallery Opening: Tues – Sat and Bank Holidays 10am – Textphone minicom 020 8392 9198 Opening: Tues – Sat 1pm to 5.30pm; Sun 2pm 5pm; Open on match days. Closed: Monday Opening: Tuesday and Thursday 9am – 7pm; to 5.30pm (4.30pm Oct - March); Mon closed. Admission: (museum and tour) adult £14; children/ Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 9am – 5pm; Gardens open 9am until dusk concessions £8; groups of 15 people or more Closed on Monday and Sunday Admission free receive 10% discount; family £40.00 Museum of Richmond The Twickenham Museum Landmark Art Centre Old Town Hall, Whitaker Avenue 25 The Embankment, Twickenham TW1 3DU Richmond TW9 1TP Ferry Road, Teddington, TW11 9NN Located in a grade II listed 18th Century Cultural hub located in an imposing converted Celebrates the rich heritage of Richmond, Ham, waterman’s cottage. Celebrates the rich local gothic-style church. Various activities throughout the Petersham and Kew. Vibrant displays stretch back history of Twickenham, Whitton, the Hamptons and year including music, dance, arts fairs from pre-historic times to the present day. Teddington. and classes. Disabled access. Tel: 020 8332 1141 Tel: 020 8408 0070 Tel: 020 8977 7558 Web: www.museumofrichmond.com www.twickenham-museum.org.uk Open all year Opening: Tuesday to Saturday, 11am - 5pm Open Tues and Sat 11am - 3pm; Admission free Sun 2pm - 4pm Garrick’s Temple to Shakespeare Admission free, donations welcome Hampton Court Road, Hampton The Riverside Gallery Striking octagonal temple and pleasure garden Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue dedicated to the genius of Shakespeare. Richmond TW9 1TP Commissioned by renowned actor David Garrick Intimate exhibition space featuring the best local and originally housed a statue of the playwright. artists. Iraqi war casualty Ali Abbas is among Recently restored and now contains a replica statue previous exhibitors. For information, contact and display celebrating Garrick’s life and career. Orleans House Gallery in Twickenham Tel: 020 8831 6000 on 020 8831 6000. Open every Sunday, April to September, 2pm - 5pm. Open Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 10am - 6pm; Wed Admission free 10am - 8pm; Sat 10am - 5pm; Sun closed Admission free visitrichmond.co.uk - 11 --- Richmond upon Thames is home and Japanese dishes, whilst a truly horticultural setting and a to numerous restaurants offering Tangawizi just over Richmond couple of gastropubs, the Brown a huge variety of cuisines, and Bridge is the place to go to for well Dog in Barnes and the Victoria in several have made their way cooked Indian dishes. Close by is Sheen, are also worth seeking out. On Richmond Riverside Stein’s serves typical German eating out cuisine accompanied by large glasses of lager, and onto the pages of national eating A Cena, a highly regarded Italian Pomegranate on the Kew Road out guides. The Glasshouse, eatery. The restaurants at the offers authentic Turkish dishes. Ma Cuisine and A Taste of Bingham and Petersham Hotels Why not combine your day out McClements are all situated right in Richmond offer contemporary in our beautiful borough with a in the heart of Kew Village, just British food in romantic settings delicious meal at one of these a few minutes from the Royal with views of the Thames. Brula renowned restaurants! Botanic Gardens. In Barnes in St Margarets is a popular Sonny’s offers a modern British neighbourhood bistro and in West menu with a continental twist Twickenham Angelo’s family run “My favourite pastime whilst Riva specialises in classic Italian reputably serves the best is hiring a boat from Italian dishes. pizzas in town! In Richmond town centre Chez The café at the Petersham Richmond and eating a Lindsay and La Buvette serve Nurseries just outside Richmond picnic in the shade of a traditional French fare and town centre is gaining a reputation bankside willow.” Matsuba offers a range of Korean for serving delicious lunches in David German, Twickenham.

--- 12 - visitrichmond.co.uk The Glasshouse Bingham Hotel “Richmond 14 Station Parade, Richmond TW9 3PZ 61-63 Petersham Road, Richmond TW10 6UT 020 8940 6777 020 8940 0902 upon Thames Ma Cuisine - Le Petit Bistro Petersham Hotel is a great venue 9 Station Approach, Richmond TW9 3QB Nightingale Lane, Richmond TW10 6UZ for eating out 020 8332 1923 020 8939 1084 Taste of McClements Brula with family and 8 Station Approach, Kew TW9 3QB 43 Crown Road, St Margarets, TW1 3EJ friends.” 020 8940 6617 020 8892 0602 Sid McNally. Sonny’s Angelo’s 94 Church Road, Barnes SW13 0DQ 144 Heath Road, Twickenham TW1 4BN 020 8748 0393 020 8891 3750 Riva Petersham Nurseries 169 Church Road, London SW13 9HR Church Lane, Off Petersham Road Richmond 020 8748 0434 TW10 7AG 020 8605 3627 Chez Lindsay 11 Hill Rise, Richmond TW10 6UQ The Brown Dog 020 8948 7473 28 Cross Street, Barnes SW13 0AP 020 8392 2200 La Buvette 6 Church Walk, Richmond TW9 1SN The Victoria 020 8940 6264 10 West Temple Sheen Road, SW14 7RT Matsuba 020 8876 4238 10 Red Lion Street, Richmond TW9 1RW 020 8605 3513 Stein’s Richmond Towpath, Rear of 55 Petersham Road Tangawizi Richmond TW10 6UX 406 Richmond Road, Twickenham TW1 2EB 020 8948 8189 020 8891 3737 Pomegranate A Cena 94 Kew Road, Richmond TW9 2PQ 418 Richmond Road, Twickenham TW1 2EB 020 8940 0033 020 8288 0108

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Enjoy browsing in little boutiques area with the added bonus of the a unique shopping experience and galleries, designer shopping famous view of the River Thames. which is far removed from and antique hunting in the calm Church Street in Twickenham is an the sometimes overwhelming and relaxed environment of one of elegant 17th century street which atmosphere of the big city. There our local villages. successfully retains its original are Farmers’ Markets in In Richmond town centre, historic character. It’s an Aladdin’s cave of Richmond, Twickenham and cobbled lanes such as Golden specialist independent businesses Barnes every Saturday where you Court, Brewer’s Lane (the High which include antiques, quirky can buy a range of fresh local Street during the reign of Elizabeth gifts, jewellery, designer and produce, and all the villages hold l) and Paved Court are fi lled with a lifestyle goods, alongside an lively well attended fairs in the rich variety of small independent eclectic mix of restaurants and summer months. shopping

shops. These lanes are tucked traditional pubs. You will fi nd away between busy George Street Church Street nestled between the and peaceful Richmond Green, main thoroughfare of Twickenham London’s largest town centre open and the river. space. Best of all, these lanes are Other villages within the borough, for pedestrians only! Richmond such as Kew, Barnes, Whitton, Hill is another popular shopping St Margarets and Teddington offer

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Barnes Farmers Market Every Saturday 12noon - 4pm House on Station Road

Richmond Farmers Market Every Saturday 11am - 3pm Heron Square

Twickenham Farmers Market Every Saturday 9am - 1pm Holly Road Car Park

Cobbled lanes Brewers Lane, Paved Court, Golden Court, Church Court and Hill Rise are an absolute must for visitors to Richmond town centre. Here you will fi nd many independent shops, galleries and fantastic places to browse.

More information For information about amazing shopping experiences in Richmond upon Thames please visit www.visitrichmond.co.uk/shopping

“The hotel was only fi ve minutes from the fantastic boutiques and arcades in Church Street.” Stephanie Miller. Twickenham Farmers Market visitrichmond.co.uk - 15 --- Hampton Court Palace and Gardens

With its historical connections hours of the 24th March fl itting stood there. This has been captured Richmond has long been across the courtyard. on the Palace’s CCTV. The third day associated with unusual apparitions! Hampton Court Palace is reportedly the same thing happened again, but A Richmond Heritage Guide has full of ghosts. Catherine Howard is the CCTV shows nothing… even written a book on the subject: the Screaming Lady in the Haunted Ham House is reputably haunted ‘Ghosts, Murder and Mayhem in Gallery; Sybil Penn (the Lady in by Elizabeth, the Duchess of Richmond’ by Norman Radley. Grey) was fi rst sighted when the Lauderdale, as well as the friendly The oldest part of Richmond church at nearby Hampton was ghost of a spaniel owned by King ghosts and hauntings... town centre is the area situated rebuilt and her tomb was removed. Charles l, and visitors can join around The Green. This is where The most recent sighting happened one of the Ghost Tours which are Richmond Palace stood, which in October 2003. Three days in a regularly held to search for these was a royal residence from 1327 row security staff were called to unusual inhabitants! to 1649. Once became close a fi re door near the Palace’s Richmond has several graveyards queen she spent much of her time Introductory Exhibition, and CCTV which are well maintained by the at Richmond and she died at the footage shows the doors fl y open… Council’s Cemeteries team and Palace on 24th March 1603. It has but there wasn’t anyone there. The which contain graves dating back to been said that her ghost, dressed next day the same thing happened the mid 19th century. Most notable in Farthingale and Stonemaker, but this time a fi gure, with a ghostly is probably that of the explorer can be seen every year in the early white face and in period dress, Sir .

--- 16 - visitrichmond.co.uk The Royal British Legion Bernardo O’Higgins memorial Poppy Factory The memorial to the Chilean hero adjoins Bernardo 20 Petersham Road O’Higgins Square, next to Richmond Bridge Richmond, TW10 6UR Nearest station: Richmond Tours, which are held twice daily between Monday and Thursday, must be booked in advance. Garrick’s Temple to Shakespeare Tel: 020 8940 3305 On the riverside at Hampton Web: www.poppyfactory.org Built by the renowned actor-manager David Garrick Nearest Station: Richmond. Bus: No 65 in 1756 as a memorial to William Shakespeare Open to the public on Sundays between April and The Royal Star & Garter Home September, from 2-5pm Richmond Hill Nearest station: Hampton Court then R68 bus; or Richmond, TW10 6RR Hampton the 111 or 216 bus The home has been caring for disabled ex-Service Web: www.garrickstemple.org.uk personnel since 1916. For general information about the home call 020 8439 8000 Adventurer Sir Richard Burton’s Web: www.starandgarter.org tomb Nearest Station: Richmond. Bus: 371 Can be found in the cemetery of the RC Church of St Mary Magdalen, North Worple Way, , Open Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm, Memorials Sunday 9am-7.30pm closed Friday Nearest station: Mortlake The St Margarets Road, St Margarets TW1 1QW Chapels (opposite the Ailsa Tavern) Chapels can be found at East Sheen, Teddington Open during London Open House Weekend in and Twickenham cemeteries. For more information September and at an open day in June. For more call the cemeteries office on 020 8876 4511. information contact the Trust’s office A chapel in Grove Gardens, Richmond, restored on 020 8891 5455. and owned by the Environment Trust for Richmond Nearest station: St Margarets. Bus: H37 upon Thames, can be hired for community and private events. For further information call the Trust on 020 8891 5455.

Kew Palace

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Discover Richmond’s History PERSONALISED TOURS A permanent display of local history „ Professional London Blue and a programme of temporary exhibitions Badge Tour Guide. and special events. „ For business, pleasure, special interest, sport. Open Tues to Sat 11.00 – 17.00 ADMISSION FREE „ Individuals, families, small or MUSEUM of large groups. RICHMOND „ Tours to Olympic sites Old Town Hall TEL 020-8332 1141 for 2012. Whittaker Avenue E-MAIL [email protected] Richmond WEBSITE www.museumofrichmond.com www.guidedtoursoflondon.com | +44 (0)7802 822 812 Surrey TW9 1TP Registered charity no 295164

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Twickenham Tourist Information Centre Civic Centre, 44 York Street, Twickenham, TW 3BZ Tel: +44 (0) 20 8891 7272 Fax: +44(0)20 8891 7990 Monday - Thursday 09:00 - 17:15 Friday 09:00 - 17:00

N.B. If you are telephoning from outside the UK you will need to dial the international network code followed by 44 omitting the fi rst 0 of the UK Community Toilet Scheme telephone number e.g. 020 8891 7272 Public Toilet dial +44 208 891 7272.

Marriott London Twickenham C2 Richmond Park Hotel Visit www.disabledgo.info to see the  Petersham Hotel D2 Richmond upon Thames online guide for disabled access.

Community Toilet Scheme leafl et available at Bingham Tourist Information Centres and libraries. Details correct at time of going to print.

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Full-day trips • Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew • Hampton Court Palace - Arrive by boat from Westminster, Kew, Richmond, Kingston or Hampton Court Half-day attractions The following attractions will take about half a day to visit and therefore could be combined with one another: • London Wetland Centre • Marble Hill House • Ham House - Sits on opposite banks of the River Thames and from April to October a small ferry runs between them, takes 5 minutes, much quicker than going by road! • Museum of Rugby and Stadium Tours • Strawberry Hill In the evening • • Less than half a day These attractions will take less than half a day so can be combined with each other, giving you time to go shopping, enjoy long lunches or stroll along the river. • Orleans House Gallery Why not • Garrick’s Temple walk along the tow • Twickenham Museum path between the • Museum of Richmond attractions that are • The National Archives along the river? • • Guided walks • Royal British Legion Poppy Factory visitrichmond.co.uk - 27 --- richmond hill

Map ref D2 Map ref D2 The Gooday Gallery The Victoria Inn

The Gooday Gallery Antiques The Victoria Inn Shop, 14 Richmond Hill 78 Hill Rise It is streets like Richmond Hill that make Richmond Richmond, Surrey TW10 6QX Richmond, Surrey such a special place to spend time and fi nd unique Tel: 02089 408652 TW10 6UB boutiques, art galleries, wine merchants and more. Email:[email protected] Tel: 020 8940 2531 Richmond Hill is the historic road that leads to the www.thegoodaygallery.com Email:[email protected] Our exciting shop has constantly The smallest and friendliest Iconic View of Act of Parliament 1902 and to the changing stock with a wide pub in Richmond! Serving ales, variety of prices. We specialise famous Richmond Park which is the largest Royal beers, wines, snacks and witty in the collecting periods of Arts & Park in London and home to free roaming deer. Crafts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco and conversation to all. We have a Mid-Century Modern in paintings, cosy beer garden, a fi re and a posters ,furniture, ceramics, tv for sports events. Denise and metalwork & jewellery. Open Thur, Lorraine invite you to pop in and Fri and Sat 11am-5pm. All other enjoy a drink at the Victoria Inn times by appointment. on Hill Rise.

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Map ref E2 Mamma Mia Restaurant

459 Upper Richmond Road West This long established family-run restaurant brings East Sheen the fl avour of Southern Italy to Sheen. With a menu offering traditional Italian Cuisine and fi ne wines London, SW14 7PR from all over Italy. This restaurant is a must visit Tel: 020 8878 6725 time and again. Fax: 020 8878 6490 FIVE MINUTES FROM RICHMOND PARK Monday–Saturday open 12pm–3.30pm and 6.30pm–11.30pm Sunday 12pm – 3.30pm

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Map ref D2 Map ref E1 Map ref E2 Map ref C3 ‘Restaurant’ at The Petersham The Original Maids of Honour Leonardo Caffe Scarpetta Nightingale Lane 288 Kew Road 351 Upper Richmond Road West Scarpetta Richmond, Surrey Kew Gardens East Sheen 78 High Street TW10 6UZ Surrey TW9 3DU London Teddington Tel: 020 8939 1084 Tel: 0208 940 2752 SW14 8QN Middlesex www.petershamhotel.co.uk www. theoriginalmaidsofhonour.co.uk Tel: 020 8878 7547 TW11 8JD [email protected] Situated opposite the world famous Kew Fax: 020 8878 6490 Tel: 020 8977 8177 Gardens, this renowned English bakery Buzzing with locals, this highly and tea shop, is a must for anyone visiting This relaxing family friendly café is Fax: 020 8977 9500 Richmond. Home of the world famous, acclaimed restaurant offers a blend of a must destination for all lovers of classic British cooking with modern ‘Maids of Honour Tart’, everything is baked A beautiful Italian Restaurant with in-house - fresh cream cakes, Danish Italian food, drink and hospitality. European / French infl uences. food to match. pastries, fruit tarts, plain and fruit scones, Locals enjoy popping in for their Whatever the occasion, be it business their famous pies, along with ‘the best The menu is based on the or pleasure, you can enjoy spectacular sausage rolls’ in London. Then there are morning coffee or enjoy traditional Southern regions of Italy with a uninterrupted views of the River Picnic Hampers, special occasion cakes Italian food throughout the day. and Xmas Treats. Early morning coffee, traditional wood fi red pizza oven. Thames from every table. Open seven Roast lunches, Afternoon teas are available Open 9am–6.30pm And the home-made desserts days a week for Lunch, Dinner and 7 days a week, and a traditional English are to die for. Afternoon Tea. Breakfast. Bookings are often advisable.

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Map ref C2 Map ref C2 Map ref D2 Pincho Osteria and Bruschetteria Pulcinella Pizzeria Rustica 55 Church Street 36-37 Church Street Pizzeria Rustica Twickenham Twickenham 32 The Quadrant Middlesex Middlesex Richmond TW1 3NR TW1 3NR Surrey Tel: 020 8892 1096 Tel: 020 8892 5854 TW9 1DN www.pincho.co.uk www.osteriapulcinella.co.uk Tel: 020 8332 6262 A Truly Mediterranean Tapas Osteria Pulcinella has been established since 1994 and over the years has www.pizzeriarustica.co.uk Restaurant in Twickenham’s built a reputation for authentic regional Italian cuisine with a great selection Gorgeous Italian restaurant in picturesque Church Street of wine is to compliment. The restaurant is in the heart of Twickenham Richmond. Winner of the “Best Square where Al Fresco dining has a rustic feel and we have nurtured a warm & homely atmosphere. The Pizza in the UK” award 3 years is all year around. An array of service is friendly, professional and welcoming and their motto is “Nothing running. tapas and main dishes from is too much trouble for our guests” “ Gold Medal Award 2008 & 2010” Mediterranean and North Africa. Our fi ne wines, sangria and cocktails are served all day.

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Map ref E2 Map ref D2 Map ref E2 Map ref D2 Villa Rosa Delicatessen Austins Coffee House Est1720 Leonardo Wine Bar Tide Tables 349 Upper Richmond Road West 29 The Green, 1 Grand Parade Tide Tables Cafe, beneath East Sheen Richmond TW9 1LX 459 Upper Richmond Road West Richmond Bridge London Tel: 020 8939 2284 East Sheen Richmond TW9 1TH SW14 8QN A coffee house has been on this London Tel: 020 8948 8285 Tel: 020 8392 2363 picturesque Richmond Green site since SW14 7PR [email protected] 1725. Locally owned, it is well known for Fax: 020 8878 6490 its strong commitment to green ideals, Tel: 020 8878 3480 www.tidetablescafe.com using organic and free range ingredients. Fax: 020 8878 6490 The celebrated Tide Tables Cafe Look no further than Villa Rosa Open 7 days a week, Austins serve beneath Richmond Bridge has breakfast - English and Continental - This intimate bar and Italian styled Delicatessen where delicious a large outside eating area with and offer throughout the day, to eat in garden offers the perfect venue to delicacy can be found. or takeaway, a range of delicious home spectacular views of the Thames. baked, hot and cold dishes including, enjoy a glass of fi ne wine and al Hot food served all day, organic fresco dining. If you are looking for a Open 9am–6.30pm pies, quiches, vegetarian dishes, and Fair Trade selections, gourmet soups, and fresh seasonal salads. relaxing location to while away a few coffees, licensed. Conveniently Serving excellent coffee and a full range hours with good friends, this is it. located next to the landing stage for of teas, smoothies and juices, any time Open every day from boats to Hampton Court and boat is right to enjoy their delicious cream 12.00pm–3.30pm & 6pm–11.30pm hire. We serve take away food for teas and mouth watering home baked picnics all day long. cakes and pastries.

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Map ref E1 Montien Thai Cuisine 214 Sandycombe Road Kew Gardens Surrey TW9 2EQ Tel: 020 8948 8487 Fax: 020 8287 1010 Authentic Thai Cuisine

Map ref E2 Map ref C2 Map ref D2 Caffé al Fresco Brocca Antica Bingham Caffe al Fresco 139 St Margaret’s Road 61-63 Petersham Road 459a Upper Richmond Road Twickenham Richmond, Surrey TW10 6UT West TW1 1RG Tel: 020 8940 0902 East Sheen Tel: 020 8891 2644 Fax: 020 8948 8737 London www.brocca.co.uk Email: [email protected] www.thebingham.co.uk SW14 7PR Opened in December 2009, The chic Bingham Restaurant is an Tel: 020 8876 6521 Brocca Antica is a gorgeous elegant setting where diners can enjoy Italian restaurant which has the very best in British food by acclaimed Family owned Italian Caffe in received outstanding reviews for Executive Chef, Shay Cooper, awarded 1 the heart of Sheen. A variety of Michelin Star. With an a la carte menu for its great food, great ambience homemade pizza, pasta or why lunch and dinner alongside a superb value and has become a must visit! not enjoy the best coffee outside prix fi xe lunch menu, dishes incorporate the fi nest locally sourced ingredients. An Italy and a delicious slice of cake! extensive cheese counter, fi ne wine list and heated balcony for alfresco dining on warmer nights with tranquil river views, complete the experience.

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disabilities Db Double Room Hotels are given a rating from one to fi ve stars Points to Remember D Children welcome Tr Triple Room Guest accommodation is rated from • Advance booking is always advisable,  Non-Smoking F Family Room especially at peak times. one to fi ve diamonds C Continental breakfast • Always give an expected arrival time and phone if Su Suite Self-catering establishments are rated from served you are delayed (accommodation providers may Ens Ensuite one to fi ve stars re-let the accommodation if they think you are English breakfast served E Pb Private bathroom Booking accommodation not turning up as arranged). Weekly rates available W Quality in Tourism You can book your accommodation online • It is advisable to take out holiday travel insurance. ★ SB Special breaks/ www.visitrichmond.co.uk. For all bookings a £3 • A telephone or written booking can form a legally Classifi cation weekend rates booking fee is charged. A 10% deposit (of the fi rst binding contract. The proprietor is entitled to claim London Marque nights stay) towards the cost of accommodation compensation if you fail to take up the booking. Pets accepted by is also charged which will be deducted from your The information contained in the following arrangement Self catering account by the accommodation at which you stay. accommodation entries was supplied and paid for by the Car park, private or proprietor concerned. While every effort has been made L Linen provided voucher (please check) by the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames LH Linen hire available VisitRichmond to ensure accuracy, the Council cannot G Garden accept any liability resulting from changes, errors or Gas cooking omissions. Prices shown were correct at time of printing Licensed bar Electric cooking and minimum prices per room are shown. Symbols are V Vegetarian / Special used to provide information on many of the facilities CH Central heating diets catered for with available at each establishment. Some apply throughout throughout the listings, others are appropriate to certain sections notice e.g. linen hire, which only applies to self catering M Meter for heating Cots available properties. Self catering rates are quoted weekly. --- 36 - visitrichmond.co.uk Richmond,Teddington Ham, Petersham hotels

Map ref C3 ✆ TV E SB G V S Tw Db F Pb  D  Broom Road The Lensbury is situated on 25 acres meeting rooms. The meeting rooms able to design menus to an exacting Teddington TW11 9NU on the River Thames at Teddington (some with river views) are varied in size standard covering most needs – from Tel: 020 8614 6400 Weir 30 minutes from central London’s ranging from 225, theatre style, to two, high tea to fi ne dining. Weddings and Waterloo Station and seven miles from boardroom style, and all feature CAT6 family functions are a speciality of the www.lensbury.com Airport. Conveniently situated cabling for cutting edge internet access. Lensbury staff. BTA ★★★★ with excellent road transport links, the Daily Delegate and 24 Hour Residential The grounds offer a variety of 35 meeting rooms Lensbury also offers 220 free Rates are all inclusive of everything to opportunities for enjoyment with 20 7 Function rooms parking places. make your meeting a success. tennis courts, gym, pool, boathouse, 150 en-suite bedrooms The 150 four star bedrooms are The function rooms range in size from squash courts, golf court and augmented by a purpose built conference dinners for six up to receptions for 200. much more. centre featuring 35 newly refurbished Our award winning Executive Chef is

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Map ref C2 London Marriott Hotel Twickenham ✆ TV C E W SB V Tw Db F Su Ens Pb  D  198 Whitton Road, Twickenham 36 Interconnecting rooms business and sport. pool, 50ft climbing wall and the latest Middlesex TW2 7BA 28 Superior rooms Guest rooms feature Marriott’s latest cardiovascular equipment. Tel: 0208 891 8200 2 Junior Suites bedroom product, including fl at screen Overall conference and exhibition space Fax: 0208 891 8201 4 Superior Suites TV’s with 1, 2 and 3, fl exible within the stadium can accommodate 6 Pitch View Suites with balcony www.LondonMarriottTwickenham.co.uk work desks, state of art technology 9000 delegates, and includes the Live overlooking the iconic pitch including HSIA and the new Revive Room that can accommodate 400 in ★★★★ The Twickenham Marriott is ideally bedding product. theatre style, and the Rose Suite that 156 bedrooms including: located just 20 minutes from central Overnight guests have full can hold up to 800 for a dinner. 116 Deluxe King rooms with London and six miles from Heathrow complimentary access to Virgin Active Free on site coach and guest car parking King Size beds Airport. Built in the South Stand of Classic, featuring a wide range of is available outside match weekends. 76 Double/Double Rooms with Twickenham Stadium, the hotel offers facilities including a 20 metre swimming Queen Size beds guests the ultimate destination for

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Map ref D2 The Petersham ✆  TV  E C W SB G V S Tw Db F Su Ens CH D Nightingale Lane AA ★★★★ Richmond’s fi nest ~ The Petersham. Overlooking Several elegant rooms, some with river views, Richmond 60 bedrooms en-suite the River Thames and surrounding meadows provide an ideal setting for meetings, company since 1865. Located just 8 miles from the centre events and private celebrations including Civil Surrey TW10 6UZ Award winning Restaurant of London, the West End and . Marriage and Partnership ceremonies. The Tel: 020 8940 7471 River Views Each bedroom has been individually designed, ‘Restaurant at The Petersham’ offers a modern www.petershamhotel.co.uk Rooms from £135.00 complimenting the character of the hotel. Many British menu and is open every day to everyone Db / Tw from £175.00 of the rooms boast large bathrooms and all for Lunch, Dinner and Afternoon Tea. feature fl at screen televisions. Wireless, High Ten minute walk from Richmond Bridge. Speed Internet Access is available throughout Guest parking. the hotel to all guests.

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Map ref D2 Richmond Hill Hotel ✆ TV E C W SB V EX S Tw Db Tr F Su Pb  D  144-150 Richmond Hill Richmond Hill Hotel has magnifi cent Richmond Hill Hotel is one of and a sense of wellbeing. Our guests Richmond upon Thames views across the River Thames and Richmond’s hidden treasures; with a have complimentary access to the leisure Surrey TW10 6RW Richmond Park, home to herds of red and modest Georgian exterior the hotel facilities offered here. fallow deer. Steeped in history, character is hiding a host of conference and Tel: 020 8940 2247 Richmond Hill Hotel is near Twickenham and charm the oldest part of the hotel banqueting facilities, the ideal meeting, for Rugby enthusiasts and Wimbledon Fax: 020 8940 5424 dates back to 1726. Much of the original conference, exhibition or wedding venue is just a 15 minutes drive through the www.richmondhill-hotel.co.uk character in this Grade II listed building in Richmond, the hotel is the perfect beautiful Richmond Park. Kew Gardens AA ★★★★ has been retained to present an interior of choice for all special occasions. are just a short drive away. Richmond Hill 149 en-suite bedrooms grandeur, elegance and comfort, making Located in the grounds of the hotel, Hotel is an ideal location to explore the including 5 luxury suites it one of the fi nest hotels in Richmond. Cedars health and Leisure Club is the London attractions. There is ample car and 5 junior suites perfect haven for rest, relaxation, fi tness parking available within the hotel grounds.

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Map ref D2 Bingham ✆  TV  C W E SB G V L CH D 61-63 Petersham Road 15 bedrooms Richmond Doubles from £190 Surrey TW10 6UT Occupying an enviable spot in leafy Richmond, the Bingham has 15 Tel: 020 8940 0902 individually designed bedrooms, a Fax: 020 8948 8737 Michelin star restaurant, cool cocktail Email: [email protected] bar and state of the art Garden Room event space, with timeless river vistas www.thebingham.co.uk overlooking a private terrace and AA ★★★ landscaped gardens.

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Map ref C4 Chase Lodge ✆ TV C W SB G V S Tw Db Tr F Pb  D  Chase Lodge Hotel AA ★★★ Sky TV recently described Chase Lodge as “The best Thai, which won Best Local Thai in Britain on Gordon kept secret in West London”. You can see the video on Ramsay’s F-Word. We are dog friendly and we like 10 Park Road Single room from £49, our website at chaselodgehotel.com children too. double from £69. Hampton Wick According to reviews on Tripadvisor, the Each room at Chase Lodge is unique and has a Kingston Upon Thames Four poster and Jacuzzi internet’s main travel website, we are the best hotel in the fl atscreen TV and free Wi-Fi. We have parking. For Surrey KT1 4AS suite’s from £145. area. They recently awarded us a certifi cate of excellence. business or pleasure, our friendly staff will make sure We are small, romantic and independent hotel just that you are well taken care of. Tel: 020 8943 1862 Price includes VAT and 1/2 hour from Heathrow airport and Central London. There are remarkably few hotels in the region who continental breakfast. Fax: 020 8943 9363 Hampton Court Palace and the River Thames are just are truly independent and have been under the same E: [email protected] a stone’s throw away, as is the 1,100 acre Bushy Park ownership for 25 years. We are often described as with its 300 deer. There are many excellent restaurants “ A hidden gem” , nestled in the heart of the ww.chaselodgehotel.com nearby including Jamie’s Italian, Carluccio’s and Simply Hampton Wick village.

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Map ref E2 The Victoria ✆  TV  C E W SB G V S Tw Db F Ens Pb D  10 West Temple Sheen The Victoria Public House, Dining room menu using seasonal produce sourced Our seven minimal, yet stylish hotel rooms and hotel is just 5 minutes walk from carefully from some of the UK’s best all have en-suite shower rooms; Queen East Sheen Richmond Park’s Sheen Gate, nestled in artisan producers, farmers and suppliers. sized beds, Egyptian cotton sheets and London SW14 7RT a leafy residential street. Dine in the beautiful conservatory that TV’s. There is wi-fi throughout the building. Tel: 020 8876 4238 Owners Greg Bellamy and critically looks out onto a pretty garden, extremely 20 minutes by train from Waterloo and acclaimed chef Paul Merrett have created popular in the summer months, when 10 minutes from Twickenham (Mortlake Email: [email protected] a homely yet stylish, welcoming venue, the chefs cook on the outdoor grill. In the is the nearest station). 5 minutes walk www.thevictoria.net buzzing with ambience and offering locals pub, enjoy the log fi res, free newspapers, to Richmond Park. 25 minutes by car to and visitors some of the fi nest food and comfy sofas, real ale, great wines by the Heathrow airport. wine in London. Paul leads a talented glass & casual pub food. Singles from £105 kitchen team, cooking an imaginative Doubles from £115

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Turks is one of Kingston’s oldest experience ensures a personal and families and offers a versatile fl eet fl exible service to suit your needs and budget. All vessels have fully licenced of traditional and modern vessels, bars, fi ne specialist catering and a including Mississippi styled paddle broad mixture of entertainment to tailor steamers with facilities for 20 to to your needs. 160 guests. Also daily tripping service between Richmond, Twickenham, Kingston and An exciting and alternative venue for a Hampton Court Palace running seven variety of events including Corporate days a week from April till October. Map ref D2 Hospitality, Wedding Receptions, Map ref D2 Birthdays and Anniversaries, Offi ce For more information please The Richmond Park Hotel Parties, Club Socials, Themed Evenings, contact us on 02085462434 or Dinners, Casinos, Discos, Bands & Riverside Hotel email [email protected] ✆TV  C E S Tw Db Ens Pb Karaoke and much more. Our unrivalled ✆TV V E W SB CH D D The Richmond Park Hotel Ltd 23 Petersham Road 3 Petersham Road Richmond TW10 6UH Richmond upon Thames Tel: 020 8940 1339 Surrey TW10 6UH Fax: 020 8940 1339 Tel: 020 8948 4666 [email protected] Fax: 020 8940 7376 www.riversiderichmond.co.uk Email: [email protected] ★★★ www.therichmondparkhotel.com 12 rooms ensuite, ★★ 22 bedrooms en-suite 4S £65-£80, S from £87, Db/Tw from £99 7Db / Tw £95-£99, 1F £120 The Richmond Park Hotel is a small, Privately owned Victorian town privately owned hotel in the heart of house on the banks of the river Richmond Town Centre. Thames. Price includes VAT and Offering comfortable en-suite English breakfast. Some limited accommodation and friendly service. off-street parking. Wireless internet throughout.

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WHEN WHAT WHERE

14 May Richmond May Fair Richmond Church & Richmond Green (no commercial bookings) 020 8948 4464 June Twickenham Carnival Orleans House Gallery 020 8831 6000 18 June Kew Fete 020 8123 7921 7 - 18 June Hampton Court Music Festival Hampton Court Palace 0870 752 7777 10 - 19 June Twickenham Festival Twickenham 020 8891 7410 5 - 9 July Hampton Court Flower Show 2011 Hampton Court Palace 0870 752 7777 9 July Barnes Fair 020 8878 2359 16 July St Margarets Fair Moormead Recreation Ground 020 8241 1042 July & August Larks in the Parks Orleans House Gallery 020 8831 6000 August On the Edge Richmond Riverside 020 8831 6000 17 - 18 September London Open House Various locations around Richmond upon Thames 020 8734 3360 17 September Great River Race Docklands to Ham 020 8398 9057 October Halloween in Richmond upon Thames Various locations around Richmond upon Thames 020 8734 3360 November Book Now! Literature Festival Various locations around Richmond upon Thames 020 8831 6000 December Christmas in Richmond upon Thames Various locations around Richmond upon Thames 020 8734 3360

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Map ref D3 Map ref C3 Map ref C2 The Wright Residence TV C E W G L Tr Db Jennifer Finnerty Tw DF Ens Pb TV W CH TV C G Db Pb CH Upper Ham Road, Ham  Twickenham Common, Richmond Twickenham Tel: 020 8894 1055 TW10 5LA Tel: 020 8892 3158 Mobile: 07711 552310 Tel: 020 8940 8601 Mobile: 07956 499819 [email protected] Map ref D2 Mobile: 07745 788 578 jenniferjfi [email protected] www.thewrightresidence.co.uk [email protected] www.accommodation-in-twickenham.co.uk ★★★★ The Red Cow www.ivycottagerichmond.co.uk ★★★ Db Ens £70 (+£10 one night only) ★★★ 4 Rooms ensuite, 2S £40, 2Tw £65 ✆  TV C L CH 1Tw, 1Db, £70-£80 (Pb available). Room opening onto a sunny patio, 59 Sheen Road, Richmond Sgle occ from £40 Edwardian house, station 150m, parking, station 5 min walk. Surrey TW9 1YT Family room also available. Charming Waterloo 20 mins. 5 mins all WiFi access family home dating from 1760. Super amenities & River Thames. Tel: 020 8940 2511 views over Ham Common. Good bus Waterloo 25 mins. Free WIFI access. Fax: 020 8940 2581 route and parking. Pets welcome. WIFI. Map ref C3 [email protected] Map ref D2 Map ref D2 Middle Cottage The Duke’s Head Larkfi eld Apartments www.redcowpub.com TV C W SB V Su ✆TV E C SB G W V CH ✆TV  C CH Pb F EX  ★★★ D 12 FerryD Road, Teddington, Middlesex 42 The Vineyard, Richmond D Gold Award Central Richmond. TW11 9NN 4 rooms 4Db / Tw/Db £75-£95, TW10 6AZ. Tel: 020 8948 6620 Tel: 020 8973 0777 Family £110. Tel / Fax: 020 8948 4557 [email protected] www.middlecottage.org [email protected] ◆◆◆ Free wireless internet. ★★★★Gold Award www.dukeshead.com S £60, Tw £70, F £85 p/d All rooms can be doubles or twin ◆◆◆ Winner of Alastair Sawday’s Favourite with one room as a family room. 10 Rooms ensuite, 6Db, 2Tw, Victorian house. 5 minutes walk to Newly refurbished small and friendly B&B 2009. Complimentary Mini Bar. 2Tr £75-£105. Traditional English Inn station / underground. Private entrance Suite comprises Db. Living rm & Bath. Victorian Inn providing excellent and facilities. ensuite accommodation. with Irish hospitality.

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✆TV W V C CH Ex Db TV  C V G Ens TV C EX G CH TV  C V G CH Db Ens Pb EX West Park Gardens D 1 Bridle Lane, St Margarets Kew West Lodge, 179 Mortlake Road 16 Chestnut Avenue, Hampton Twickenham, Middx TW1 3EG Tel / Fax: 020 8876 6842 Kew TW9 4AW Middlesex TW12 2NU Tel: 020 8892 4507 [email protected] Tel / Fax: 020 8876 0584 Tel: 020 8979 8314 Fax: 020 8892 4503 www.kewbb.co.uk Mobile: 07930 423945 Mobile: 07831 129 410 Mobile: 07966 549 515 ◆◆◆ [email protected] Email: [email protected] [email protected] 1S £45 / 1Tw £70 www.kewwestlodge.co.uk www.thechestnutsbedandbreakfast.co.uk www.oldestables.com ◆◆◆ ★★★★ Suite: Twin bedroom, small study ★★★★ 1Tw Ens £65, Sgle occ £42. £75 per room per night. Single Occ £60pn. 1Tw, 2Db; 1 Studio apartment (sleeps conservatory, en-suite bathroom, (+£10 one night only). Delightful en-suite B&B or self catering in Georgian 3). From £69 per room per night. alcove WM, dryer, refrig, microwave, double room opening onto a conservatory house, close to P.R.O. / National Delightful luxury accommodation in WiFi, National Archives 3 mins, and secluded garden. Ample street parking. Archives and underground. the heart of St. Margarets village. underground, Kew Gardens 5/7 mins. Close to public transport. Map ref C3 Map ref E2 Map ref E1 11 Spencer Road Jennie Allen Mrs P Thomas ✆ TV  C CH Tw Db ✆ TV +2 C EX G CH ✆TV  C 2N CH EX F Ens Melbury 33D Marksbury Avenue Tel: 020 8876D 1231/07931 278 703 Strawberry Hill Attractive Edwardian Kew TW9 4JE Tel: 020 8876 3930 [email protected] Twickenham TW2 5TH house, near restaurants, [email protected] ◆ 1Tw £60, 1F Ens £35 per pp night Tel: 020 8894 5271 and station. Family rm £30 pp per night; 4 people £140, www.melburykew.co.uk children 6 to 12 years £12, birth to 6 years [email protected] Easy parking. No single ★★4 rooms1S £44-£46;1S/1Db £50-£72; £5 cot available. Fridge and microwave in ★★★ supplements. 1Tw/Ens £85-£88; 1Tw/Tri/Ens £88-£99. family room, microwave in Tw room. Extra Euros accepted. Comfortable & friendly “home from home” charge for 1 night. Friendly family home, 2Db / 1Tw from £70. near P.R.O. / National Archives and Kew Sgle occ from £35. French spoken. in quiet and green location. Very near Kew Gardens. Nr M3, M4. Train, tube, buses, M3, M4, trains, buses, National Archives, pubs and restaurants. Open all year. Min stay Botanic Gardens, pubs, restaurants. 2 nights. No smoking.

visitrichmond.co.uk - 47 --- Kew, Hamptons Hill & Teddington accommodation Map ref E1 Mr & Mrs Leach TV  D C V 2N SB CH Db Tw Ens Pensford Avenue Charming Edwardian Tel: 020 8876 3354 house, close to Kew [email protected] Gardens, Underground www.prokewbandb.co.uk and P.R.O. / National ★★ Archives. Closed 4 Rooms - 1 ensuite Christmas / Easter. 2S £38, 1Tw £64, 1Db Ens £74.

Map ref C4 Mrs Berg ✆TV  C EX W CH TeddingtonD Tel: 020 8977 7251 [email protected] ★★★ 1TW / 1F £65-80+, 1 Sgle occ £40+. Fridge & microwave in family room.Friendly Map ref A3 home in quiet road near Thames studios, NPL & Hampton Court. Bus to RFU & The Victorian Villa B&B Heathrow. Train 35 minutes to London. Free parking in road. Wi-fi . ✆ TV  C W SB  Map ref C3 3 Park Road A beautiful Victorian Villa dating back Ladywood to 1867 with it’s own unique history and ✆TV  C W EX CH Hampton luxurious period surroundings. TeddingtonD Middlesex TW12 1HE Situated in the heart of Hampton Hill, 5 Tel: 020 8977 6066 Tel/Fax: 020 8783 1440 minutes from Bushy Park. Some limited Mobile: 07793 672607 Mobile: 07802462345 off-street parking. Easy access to Public [email protected] E: [email protected] transport. Easy access to Hampton W: www.thevictorianvillabandb.co.uk ◆◆◆ 1S £40+, 1Tw £65+ (Sgle occ £45+) Court/ Twickenham/Richmond/Kew/ Very comfortable, friendly & quiet. Easy 5 bedrooms to choose from: London/ Heathrow. parking. Close to , St 1xFour-Poster DB, 2xHalf-Tester DB, Mary’s College, NPL & IDM. Nearby bus 1xFrench DB, 1xFrench TW, PB’s to RFU, Richmond tube, Hampton Court & Heathrow. Trains to London 35 minutes. Free available, Single occupancy available, WiFi access. Family fl oor available.

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Map ref D2 Central Richmond ✆ TV L CH Contact:D Larkfi eld Apartments Flat 4 Friston House, 25 Church Road, Richmond TW9 1UD Tel: 020 8948 6620 [email protected] www.shipplets.com ★★★ Sleeps 1-4 £500-£1000 pw Spacious apartment. 2 mins walk to trains, underground. Companies welcome.

Map ref E2 Sheen Studio TV L CH Contact: Angela Butt Flat 1, 1 Monroe Drive East Sheen SW14 Tel / Fax: 020 8876 0584 Mobile: 07930 423945 [email protected] ★★★ Sleeps 1-3, 1S, 1Db Ens £400 Min stay 1 week. Full kitchen facilities.

McKENNAS HOMESTAY SERVICES

We specialise in accommodation with English • Full Board, Bed & Breakfast & evening speaking families in warm, clean homes meal £135-£185 per week for those who wish to experience English • Bed & breakfast £125-£160 per week hospitality at its very best. • Room only £102-£120 per week Tourist, language students or short term work • Rates depend on location, facilities and placement - you will all get a warm welcome. length of stay (minimum 3 day stay) for more information please contact us on: T: +44(0)20 8898 9558 email:[email protected]•www.mckennashomestay.com Please note accommodation is not quality assured with Quality in Tourism.

visitrichmond.co.uk - 49 --- travel

Bus The borough is well served by a bus network Cycling Cycling is an excellent way to explore Court (stopping at Kew and Richmond). Turks with most buses running on a 15 to 30 minute the borough. The Thames Path (National Cycle Launches also operate a passenger service between frequency. To fi nd bus routes go to: Network route 4) is a popular off-road cycle route Hampton Court and Richmond. www.tfl .gov.uk/tfl /gettingaround/maps/buses/ linking Hampton Court to Richmond (via Kingston, Teddington and Ham). The London Cycle Network For more information on river boat services visit It is cheaper to use an Oyster card than pay by cash also links the area by a series of on and off road www.tfl .gov.uk/river. on buses. If you use an Oyster card there is a daily cycle lanes. price cap of £3.90 on buses regardless of how many Taxi Taxi services are widely available throughout the you use in one day. Bicycles are available for the public to hire at borough. Text CAB to 60835* and you’ll receive a text Richmond Station, Richmond Park and Richmond with your two nearest minicab numbers and one taxi Train Taking the train is a relaxing way of Riverside. Folding bikes (Bromptons) can be hired (black cab) number. *Text charged at 35p per enquiry travelling around the borough. There are up to eight at Richmond Station, allowing visitors to integrate plus standard text message rate. Roaming rates apply off-peak trains an hour leaving London Waterloo cycling with public transport. to overseas networks. taking approximately 20 minutes to reach the centre of Richmond upon Thames. Richmond is also To plan your journey by bicycle visit Air Heathrow Airport is on the doorstep bringing a terminus for the London Overground network, www.tfl .gov.uk/cycling. visitors from far and wide. The following buses leave an orbital route which runs to Stratford via from Heathrow: Bus No. 111 (to Kingston), X26 (to Junction. Walking The borough is an ideal place for ), 285 (to Kingston) and 490 (to Richmond). Pay as you go Oyster cards are now accepted on all walking in picturesque surroundings. The Thames The line from Underground trains in the borough. Path links Hampton Court Palace, Ham House, goes to all terminals. Twickenham, York House, Orleans House Gallery, For train times and fares visit www.nationalrail.co.uk Marble Hill House, Richmond, Kew Gardens and or call 08457 48 49 50. the London Wetland Centre. Tube Richmond and Kew Gardens are connected To plan your route by foot visit www.walkit.com. to the London Underground network via the . A journey into central London takes Boat There are two main river boat services approximately 30 minutes. To plan your journey by offering a passenger service along the river. The tube visit www.tfl .gov.uk/journeyplanner Westminster Passenger Services Association London takes approximately 30 minutes. operates a river boat from Westminster to Hampton

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