Richmond Green is a broad, roughly 12-acre lawn just off Richmond High Street in southwest London. Broadleaf trees and a mix of historic and modern buildings frame the open grass, where you can picnic, read, jog or let a dog play. In summer, look out for cricket and the Richmond Fair, with food stalls, rides and games. The Green was a medieval jousting ground, and nearby pubs including The Cricketers and the Prince’s Head make it easy to pause for a drink. The Thames is a short walk away.
A medieval recreation ground
Richmond Green has been a place for recreation since the Middle Ages, when jousting tournaments were held on the open ground. Today, the roughly 12-acre lawn remains a public space for outdoor activities, with cricket among the sports played here.
Broadleaf trees frame the grass, while buildings around the edge give the Green a mix of historic and modern surroundings. Its setting just off Richmond High Street makes it easy to add to a visit around the town centre.
What to do on the Green
The open, level grass suits an unhurried stop. Bring a picnic, find a place to read or take a dog for a run. You can also jog across the Green or sit beneath the trees. In summer, a cricket match may be in progress.
The scene changes during Richmond Fair, when food stalls, rides and games fill the Green. For a calmer visit, choose a weekday rather than a sunny summer weekend, when more people come to relax outdoors.
Continue towards the Thames
Narrow lanes connect the Green with Richmond High Street, where shops and places to eat are close by. The Cricketers and the Prince’s Head are among the pubs near the Green, making it convenient to stop for a drink before or after a walk.
The Thames is a short distance away. From the Green, you can continue towards the riverside and Richmond’s bridges, or make the Green one stop on a longer walk towards Richmond Hill or Richmond Park.
Getting there and parking
Richmond Green is at The Green, Richmond, TW9 1LX. It is close to Richmond station, the shops and the theatre. If you are driving, check parking signs closely: permit and pay-and-display information can be confusing, and the one-way system may take time to navigate.
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How long should I spend at Richmond Green?
Allow around 30 to 60 minutes for a walk or a break on the lawn. Add time if you are picnicking or continuing towards the Thames.
What can you do at Richmond Green?
You can picnic, read, jog or walk a dog on the open grass. In summer, you may see cricket, and Richmond Fair brings food stalls, rides and games.
Is Richmond Green near the Thames?
Yes. The river is a short walk from the Green.
Is there parking at Richmond Green?
Parking is available nearby, but signs can be confusing and the one-way system may take time to navigate. Check the signs before leaving your car.
