Hundreds and Thousands

British artist Liz West has given Greenwich Peninsula's elevated linear park, The Tide, a multicoloured makeover!

As the sun moves across the sky, so too do the colourful kaleidoscopic patterns which Hundreds and Thousands casts across The Tide.

Flow Farmers Market

Greenwich Peninsula's first farmers market takes place on Sunday 2 May!

Selling organic meat, fruit and veg, bread and pastries, Flow brings sustainable, fresh produce and delicious takeaway food to North Greenwich. The farmers market takes place 10:00 - 15:00 on alternate Sundays (2, 16 and 30 May). 

Up at The O2 is open

Climb London's superstar landmark and take yourself right to the very top of one of the world's most iconic entertainment venues! Up at The O2 are taking bookings for climbs and have also increased their safety measures to keep customers safe. Staff will be wearing face coverings and gloves, however, these are not mandatory for climbers during the climb itself.

SAMPLE spring

After a long hiatus, SAMPLE, Greenwich Peninsula's seasonal urban design market returns on Saturday 22 May!

SAMPLE brings the best creatives from the world of food, fashion, homeware, health and beauty together 11:00 - 19:00.

Icon Outlet is open

Over 60 of the biggest headliners in fashion and lifestyle reside at Icon Outlet at The O2, offering up to 70% off the RRP. In-line with coronavirus regulations, Icon Outlet opened on Monday 12 April. The outlet centre has introduced a one-way 'keep left' system to aid social distancing, has increased its cleaning regime and hand sanitiser is available throughout. Remember to wear your face-covering and please note that only contactless payments are being accepted.

The Line

The Line is a public art walk formed of over a dozen monumental pieces of public art. Starting beside The O2, and North Greenwich Pier, the route roughly follows the Meridian Line all the way to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford. You can also enhance your experience using the Bloomberg Connects app to provide a digital guide to The Line's works; it includes three guided meditations.

Battersea Park

Grade II listed on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, Battersea Park lies on the south bank of the River Thames between Chelsea and Albert bridges. The park has stunning river views, a children's zoo and an adventure playground that kids love! But if you are in need of some quiet time head to the Peace Pagoda, located right by the river it’s the perfect place to relax and forget your worries.

Nearest pier: Battersea Power Station

Greenwich Park

A short walk from Greenwich Pier, gorgeous Greenwich Park offers outstanding views of Canary Wharf and the City on a clear day. As one of London's largest Royal Parks, Greenwich Park offers a wide range of facilities and is home to the Royal Observatory and the Meridian line, as well as the National Maritime Museum and the Queen’s House. Greenwich Park used to be a hunting ground for Henry VIII and provides an urban sanctuary for red and fallow deer.

Nearest pier: Greenwich

Thames Barrier Park

One of London’s newest parks, Thames Barrier Park offers the best view from the land of London's impressive flood defence, the Thames Barrier. Discover the delights of this urban oasis and its most creative feature 'The Green Dock' that provides a wind-protected microclimate for a variety of plants and butterflies.

Nearest pier: Royal Wharf

Mudchute Park and Farm

Llamas, in London?! Mudchute Park and Farm is located on the Isle of Dogs, a short walk from Masthouse Terrace Pier.

Set in 32 acres, the farm brings a touch of the countryside to Tower Hamlets and is home to pigs, sheep, cows, donkeys and chickens as well as llamas.

Due to the current situation, the farm itself will reopen on 14 April but you can wander around the park and farm paths before then.

Nearest pier: Masthouse Terrace

St Dunstan in the East Church Garden

A 6-minute walk from Tower Pier lies the former church of Saint Dunstan in the East. A truly unique place in London, this peaceful green oasis is an escape from the hustle and bustle of the City. St Dunstan in the East Church Garden is set within the ruins of a Wren church which was bombed during the Blitz. The tower and steeple survived the bombing and the rest of the site was converted into a park featuring benches, a fountain, trees growing through windows and vines winding themselves around the walls.

Nearest pier: Tower

St James’s Park

The oldest of London's Royal Parks, St James's Park is at the heart of Westminster. The Mall, the procession route between Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square, forms the park's north border, Horseguard's Parade, Downing Street and the Foreign & Commonwealth Office straddle the park's eastern edge.

The park's artificial lake, flowers, trees and birds will make you forget that you are actually in the heart of London. It has breathtaking views of Buckingham Palace but don't forget to say hello to the pelicans!

Nearest pier: Westminster

Chelsea Physic Garden

Founded in 1673, Chelsea Physic Garden is London’s oldest botanical garden. An oasis in the city, the tranquil garden was established to supply medicinal plants for scientific study and was only opened to the public in the 1980s.

Nowadays visitors are welcomed to learn more about fauna from around the world. Please note the site is compact so booking in advance is essential.

Nearest pier: Cadogan

Bishop's Park

Across Putney Bridge from Putney Pier lies Bishop’s Park which has been awarded Grade II status by English Heritage.

The park houses Fulham Palace, the historic home of the Bishops of London, a beautiful walled garden and an ornamental lake. Bordering the north bank of the River Thames, Bishop's Park would ordinarily provide one of the best views of the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race around this time of the year.

Nearest pier: Putney