Things to do in and Around Twickenham

After visiting Take Five Fairs at the Harlequin’s Rugby Stadium (Formerly Stoop Memorial Ground)you may want to make the most of your visit by partaking of a spot of shopping, or do some sightseeing or relaxing in one of the many varied restaurants or even delving in to the history of Twickenham

In Twickenham

There is ample choice in Twickenham for shopping and eating out. Its position makes it the ideal starting point for sightseeing along the historic places along the river Thames. Good connections to London too.

After the fair you may wish to visit the centre of town for shopping or visit some of the places of interest in Twickenham such as the London Wildlife Trusts’s Crane Park Island Nature Reserve. If you are more interested in history and architecture then we suggest a trip to see the magnificent gilded rooms of Marble Hill House, set in riverbank grounds of 66 acres or the Orleans House Gallery, built in 1710 in Italian styling and surrounded by woodland. Visit the York House Gardens or Strawberry Hill gothic revival house, or if sport is your thing, take a look at the just as magnificent architecture of Twickenham Rugby Ground, the home of Rugby Union and the site of England’s home internationals.

Around Twickenham

The places of interest to visit listed below are all just a short car drive from the Twickenham fair and are all easily accessible via public transport.

Richmond Park

Look out for the deer in the beautiful settings of Richmond Park. Almost 2500 acres of parkland with old oak trees, some dating from medieval times.

Kew Gardens (Royal Botanic Gardens)

Dating from the eighteenth century the site of Kew Gardens occupies over 300 acres of wonderful gardens and scientific exhibits, wonderful architecture and information.

Kingston-upon-Thames

An excellent place for shopping with both independent shops shopping precincts. Lots of history here too. For example Kingston Grammar School was founded by Elizabeth I in 1561.

Hampton Court Palace

The Tudor architecture of Hampton Court Palace is well worth a visit. Situated on the River Thames there are buildings here that were designed by Sir Christopher Wren. Stroll around the spacious grounds and gardens or try your luck in the maze. Relax on the lawns on the banks of the River Thames.