Battersea Park is situated in London, just a couple of miles south of Marble Arch. It is sriking that an inner city park can have so much variety, hidden secrets and simple enjoyments. It is considered by many to be the most interesting of all the London Parks.

Battersea Park wildlife

The most obvious wildlife in Battersea Park are the birds living on or around the lake. While feeding the ducks you will often see Herons, Cormorants, Grebes, and Black Swans. These are just a few of the many types of bird commonly seen in the Park.

Often missed are the many varieties of trees, some of them record breakers. My own favourite is the Foxglove, situated just to the west of the bowling green. A display of blue/purple flowers is due at the end of May. Historic and attractive gardens are found in all corners, although they may not be how the original creators envisaged.

History of Battersea Park

Battersea Park has a facinating history, leading from a duel in the marshlands before the Park was built, through to the FunFair and Gardens of the Festival of Britain in the 1950s.
The area has some major landmarks nearby, such as Battersea Power Station, and the Battersea Dogs Home.

Entertainment in Battersea Park

There are a number of special Fun Days at the Batersea Park Childrens Zoo. Entrance fee Adults £2.50 and Children £1.50. Weather permitting, every Tuesday and Friday, during the summer you can listen to Music in the Battersea Park at the lakeside cafe', La Gondola al Parco. The action starts at 7pm and continues through to 11pm and the entrance is free.
In the summer there is usually a Funfair at the Boules area, near Albert Bridge gate. Open from noon. All rides 50p between noon and 1pm. For more information visit www.batterseapark.org.