AL FRESCO LONDON
FLOWER POWER
21st - 25th May 2013
Come and experience the greatest flower show in the world at London's Royal Hospital Chelsea. The 2013 event marks the centenary of the Chelsea Flower Show. The grounds of the Royal Hospital are transformed into show gardens, inspirational small gardens and vibrant horticultural displays for the world's most famous flower show.
Find out more about the Chelsea Flower Show
LET’S GET PHYSICAL
Pack a picnic and visit the Chelsea Physic
Gardens, the oldest botanical garden in London, established in 1673. Sit
underneath the largest outdoor olive tree and bask in the historical,
verdant glory of this magical hidden gem.
Read more on Chelsea Physic Gardens
PEDAL POWER
London
just got a whole lot more jolly thanks to Mayor Boris Johnson’s bicycle
scheme introduced to the city two summers ago. There are miles and
miles of cycling routes, so whether it’s a trip along the river or a
journey through the Royal Parks that you’re after, or you simply fancy
cycling to your favourite department store, consider it a must-do.
Find out more on Barclays Cycle Hire
PARK LIFE
Richmond
Park is one of the wildest parks in Britain. King Henry VIII used to
hunt there and the deer still wander this south-west London wilderness.
See if you can find the Royal Ballet School, tucked up a long avenue of
trees in the very centre of the park, or why not let us book you a horse
riding lesson?
Visit Richmond Park's website
BOTANICAL BEAUTY
Kew
Gardens is home to one of the most beautiful botanical collections in
the world, offering the chance to see diverse flora and fauna in
tropical glasshouses and in open parkland. There are daily hour-long
tours run by experienced volunteer guides, or you can book
specially-themed tours which take you behind the scenes.
Find out more about Kew Gardens
URBAN RAMBLE
The
best way to enjoy London is on foot. Why not join one of the many
guided walking tours and discover some of the best-kept secrets of this
wonderful city. From foodie and fashion walks to routes taking in
photography opportunities and famous film locations, our concierge can
point you in the direction of a specialist sightseeing stroll to suit
your interests and passions.