The Latest Breaking News from the Royal Parks

Royal Parks Half Marathon 2026: Route map, road closures, best places to watch and nearest stations

The Oysho Royal Parks Half Marathon returns to the capital on Sunday

Evening Standard · 14h ago

RSPCA warning after 'upsetting' shooting of deer in Richmond Park

The stag was shot by park wildlife officers after injuring a man in his 60s

Evening Standard · Aug 18

Stag shot dead after man injured during a picnic in Richmond Park

The stag was put down after man in his 60s was taken to hospital where his injuries were assessed as neither life-threatening nor life-changing

Evening Standard · Aug 17

Regent's Park Outer Circle to have new pedestrian crossings to curb cyclist 'velodrome'

An 81-year-old was killed by a speeding cyclist on the Outer Circle of Regent’s Park in 2022

Evening Standard · Jan 12

Fury over ‘grotesque’ fencing erected around popular London NYE fireworks viewing spot

Residents have slammed the decision to close the park as ‘ridiculous’

The Independent UK · Dec 31, 2025

'Grotesque': Fury over fencing around London's Primrose Hill to stop New Year’s Eve revelry

One member of the Primrose Hill Keepers said she had left the area because the hoarding is ‘too grotesque’

Evening Standard · Dec 31, 2025

Outrage at ‘grotesque’ fencing around London park to stop New Year’s Eve revelry

One member of the Primrose Hill Keepers said she had left the area because the hoarding is ‘too grotesque’.

The Independent UK · Dec 31, 2025

London beauty spot closed for watching New Year's Eve fireworks after police cuts

Revellers have been warned not to go to Primrose Hill to watch the fireworks as the gates will be locked from 8pm on Tuesday until 6am on Thursday

Evening Standard · Dec 29, 2025

Migrant Shanty Town Forms Outside Duke of Wellington's Home

Dozens of migrants have pitched tents outside the Duke of Wellington's historic London mansion, sparking outrage over safety and sanitation.

International Business Times UK · Nov 17, 2025

Row breaks out over Primrose Hill New Years Eve closure as Royal Parks blame scrapping of police unit

Primrose Hill will be closed on New Year’s Eve and Bonfire Night as Royal Parks say they cannot guarantee safety

Evening Standard · Sep 23, 2025