Bushy Park & Pub Lunch
Ideal temperature: 10°C to 26°C
Full Itinerary
Bushy Park
Enter via Hampton Wick gate. Deer are often near the Diana Fountain.
The Pheasantry Cafe
Lunch
Inside Bushy Park - family-friendly, outdoor seating
The Lamb
Post-walk drinks
Optional - 15 min walk from park. Good beer garden.
A family-run freehouse with one of Surbiton's best beer gardens, excellent real ales, and the kind of atmosphere that turns first-timers into regulars.
Backup Options
If the weather changes or a venue is busy, try these alternatives
- Hampton Court Palace attraction
Indoor option if weather changes - adjacent to park
- Curzon Kingston cinema
Kids Club screenings on weekend mornings
Deer spotting, wide open spaces, and a proper pub lunch. This is the classic family day out.
The Route
Enter Bushy Park via the Hampton Wick gate (closest to trains). The Diana Fountain is a natural focal point - deer often gather nearby. Let the kids run, spot wildlife, then refuel at The Pheasantry Cafe inside the park.
For Families
Plenty of space for bikes and scooters. The paths around the Diana Fountain are flat and buggy-friendly. Toilets at the Pheasantry Cafe.
Getting There
Hampton Wick Station is a 3-minute walk from the park entrance. Trains from Waterloo via Kingston.
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