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Elegant park designed by John Nash.
Another of London’s spectacular John Nash creations, Regent’s Park is a huge, thriving green expanse in the heart of the capital. Consisting of two circular areas (an Inner and Outer Circle) the park is bordered by stunning, stark white stucco terraced houses - also designed by royal architect, Nash. At one-time a hunting ground for the ever-ebullient Henry VIII, the Prince Regent (later King George IV) commissioned Nash to transform the land in the early 19th century. Now most famously associated with London Zoo - positioned over on the north-east corner of the park - an open-air theatre, ornate bandstand, large boating lake, huge mosque and 100-acre sports field add to its many attractions. The rest of its 410 acres consist of vast open parkland interspersed with formal, landscaped gardens. Dating back to the 1930s, Queen Mary’s Gardens are still regularly and fastidiously tended, while the Rose Garden now bursts at the seams with over 30,000 flowers. Primrose Hill lies at the north of Regent’s Park, merging and rising to a peak to offer fantastic views over Westminster and the City. A number of pretty eateries populate Regent’s Park, while Primrose Hill is heaving with trendy cafes and bars. This is a great place for almost every kind of outdoor pursuit. If you’re visiting the zoo or theatre, make sure you schedule in a couple of hours to explore this elegant, rural recreation area.
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Zoo and theatre, sports, fountains and flowers.
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The public were first allowed into Regent’s Park in 1835, and then for only two days a week.
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Taste of LondonTaste of London Direct your rumbling stomach to Regent's Park for four days of al fresco gluttony as over forty of London's best restaurants, including a flurry of Michelin stars, show off their culinary handiwork. Work your way through a range of miniature speciality dishes - bought with the event's currency, 'crowns' - hot off the plates from upmarket places l20th June 2013Sunday 23rd June 2013
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event > Foodie Events
DATES 20th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd Jun 2013
Direct your rumbling stomach to Regent's Park for four days of al fresco gluttony as over forty of London's best restaurants, including a flurry of Michelin stars, show off their culinary handiwork. Work your way through a range of miniature speciality dishes - bought with the event's currency, 'crowns' - hot off the plates from upmarket places l... More about this event
Dance Al FrescoDance Al FrescoDancers leave behind the safety of the ballroom and take their moves outdoors as Dance Al Fresco returns to London's Regent's Park on 13th & 14th July and 10th & 11th August 2013. Since making its debut back in 1998 with an emotionally charged open-air Argentine Tango, Dance Al Fresco has become a much loved summer highlight, capturing the minds of13th July 2013Sunday 14th July 2013
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event > Dance > Dance
DATES Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th July 2013
Dancers leave behind the safety of the ballroom and take their moves outdoors as Dance Al Fresco returns to London's Regent's Park on 13th & 14th July and 10th & 11th August 2013. Since making its debut back in 1998 with an emotionally charged open-air Argentine Tango, Dance Al Fresco has become a much loved summer highlight, capturing the minds of... More about this event
Frieze Art FairFrieze Art FairAs the country's leading contemporary art fair, the Frieze Art Fair draws the world's most influential art buyers to Regent's Park each October. Specially commissioned art works are exhibited alongside curated exhibitions as well as the pieces for sale presented by 173 of the most highly respected contemporary art galleries in the world. Among the 17th October 2013Sunday 20th October 2013
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event > Exhibitions
DATES 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th Oct 2013
As the country's leading contemporary art fair, the Frieze Art Fair draws the world's most influential art buyers to Regent's Park each October. Specially commissioned art works are exhibited alongside curated exhibitions as well as the pieces for sale presented by 173 of the most highly respected contemporary art galleries in the world. Among the ... More about this event
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London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
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What's On Today Near Regent's Park  Open Air Theatre Theatre | Until 7th September 2013 Open Air Theatre, Regent's Park This is the 81st season for The Regent's Park Open Air Theatre and seeing a play here is really an ...More R.A.M. Club Prize Final Music | On 19th June 2013 Royal Academy Of Music 6 minutes walk from Regent's Park ...More Princess Mononoke: Whole Hog Theatre Theatre | Until 29th June 2013 The New Diorama Theatre 8 minutes walk from Regent's Park The first theatrical staging of Hayao Miyazaki's renowned animated film, using giant puppets made from recycled materials....More Media, Art And Design Degree Shows Exhibitions | Until 23rd June 2013 Ambika P3 9 minutes walk from Regent's Park Contemporary works in a variety of media....More Esoteric Development With David Lowe Exhibitions | Until 19th June 2013 Rudolf Steiner House 9 minutes walk from Regent's Park The lecturer looks at Christ at the time of the Mystery of Golgotha and of Christ in the present age....More Parent And Toddler Group Kids Events | Until 26th June 2013 Rudolf Steiner House 9 minutes walk from Regent's Park A learning and fun session for small children and their carers....More Welcome To The 'Social' Exhibitions | Until 28th June 2013 RIBA 11 minutes walk from Regent's Park Drawings, photographs and architectural models spanning 25 years of projects by Hawkins/Brown, providing an insight into the company's ethos....More Charles Correa: India's Greatest Architect Exhibitions | Until 4th September 2013 RIBA 11 minutes walk from Regent's Park Drawings, models, photographs and films spanning 50 years, showcasing the architect's signature projects and highlighting his pivotal role in the ...More Spider Talk Exhibitions | Until 30th June 2013 ZSL London Zoo 11 minutes walk from Regent's Park Get up close and personal with one of the bird-eating spiders and learn more about the eight-legged creatures....More Tigers Live! Exhibitions | Until 30th June 2013 ZSL London Zoo 11 minutes walk from Regent's Park ...More London 2013 The AnnualThe best London events, openings, anniversaries & experiences for 2013, from LondonTown.com Book £10 Tablet FREE 
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