Hampstead Heath (locally known as “the Heath”) is a large, ancient London park, covering 320 hectares (790 acres).
This grassy public space sits astride a sandy ridge, one of the highest points in London, running from Hampstead to Highgate, which rests on a band of London clay.
Lincoln’s Inn Fields is the largest public square in London. It is thought to have been one of the inspirations of Central Park, New York. It was laid out in part by Inigo Jones from the early 17th century and opened to the public after its acquisition by London County Council in 1895.
Belair Park is located in West Dulwich part of the London Borough of Southwark, southeast London. Formerly the grounds belonged to Belair House, a country villa built in Adam style and now a Grade II listed building. There are two other Grade II listed structures within the park: the lodge and entrance gate and an old stable building.
The origins of Ravenscourt Park lie in the medieval manor and estate of Palingswick (or Paddenswick) Manor, located on the site and first recorded in the 12th century.The historic name still exists today in the name of Paddenswick Road, which runs along the northeast boundary of the park.
