International picnic day
If you missed out on International Picnic Day last week you are in luck! The weather is still fabulous and in the UK we are blessed with some of the best picnic locations in the world!
If you’re in London and want to picnic with friends or family, see below for the best picnic areas within London.
Richmond Park
Relax under the shade of ancient trees . Be sure to lay out your spread far away from the 650 deer roaming the land.and enjoy a wild landscape of hills and woodlands at Richmond Park.
Hyde Park
Sit by the scenic Serpentine at Hyde Park to watch birds float on by, or find a secluded bench in the beautiful rose garden. There are plenty of kiosks selling sandwiches and ice creams if you don’t fancy packing your own basket!
Greenwich Park
Climb towards the Royal Observatory perched on top of the hill at Greenwich Park and be rewarded with fantastic views of the Thames and central London.
Phoenix Garden
Tuck into a picnic in the middle of the West End at Phoenix Garden. One of London’s best-kept secrets, this community garden is a peaceful spot to enjoy an alfresco supper before a West End show.
Ready-Made Picnic Baskets in London:
If planning isn’t one of your strengths, then consider ordering a pre-made picnic from these wonderful places in London.
Where: 149-150 Richmond Hill, Richmond, London TW10 6RW
With so much glorious open space on its doorstep Richmond restaurant 144 On The Hill must make a killing with its picnic offering. At £40 for two the menu includes Severn & Wye smoked salmon bagels, Middlewhite pork sausage rolls and almond financiers.
Delivery area:Collection only
How to order: Order online
Where: Gail's bakeries across town
Gail's have launched a Picnic on the Green picnic hamper (£57) for Summer - with enough for four people. In the hamper, you'll find beetroot salad, summer greens salad, olive sourdough, baguette, Quicke's whey butter, CB salami, Quicke's cheddar, a bag of madeleines, four Wildpress drinks & four borekitas.
Delivery area: Collection only
How to order: Order online
Ballymaloe Cookery School alumnus Chrissy of Chrissy's Kitchen has a range of three delicious picnic hampers to choose from. Option specially for children and a vegan offering too. Most include brownies, sausage rolls (or falafel bites) spiced nuts and more.
Delivery area: Within the M25
How to order: Order online
Enjoy your picnic, and the scenery!
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