London's ancient parkland covering nearly 800 acres, Hampstead Heath is ideal for a quiet retreat or an active exercise. It provides wonderful London views, especially from Parliament Hill, and now includes Kenwood House and a formal garden The Hill.

The Heath has various playgrounds and training track and offers many activities on-site. Parliament Hill, the park's focal point and one of the highest points in London, is also there. The name 'Parliament Hill' most probably came from the Hill being a point of defence during the English Civil War for troops loyal to parliament.

The Heath is very popular with sports activities. Apart from offering a space for runners, swimmers and active walkers, the heath is popular with kite-fliers. Hampstead Heath has three swimming ponds and two of them are ideal for swimmers.

Three times a year, the Heath hosts a fun fair. The British Rail station, Hampstead Heath is nearest to the fair. If you need a change from the Heath you need always walk south to Hampstead High Street where you will find a selection of fashionable shops and restaurants. Alternatively, Parliament Hill past the ponds and along the heathside streets will eventually lead you past the up-market properties of Hampstead to Highgate.

Visiting The Hampstead Heath, London:

Address: Highgate Road, Camden, London, NW3 7JR

Telephone: 020 7482 7073

Nearest Underground Stations:
Hampstead Tube (22 minutes)
Highgate Tube (25 minutes)

What's on at Hampstead Heath, London

Kenwood House Picnic Concerts
2, 9, 16, 23rd Aug '08
Carnival and street party comes to London again at the end of August joined by over a millions party goers of all ages and from all around the globe.

Stop by at London's largest toyshop and immense shops at Regent Street in London!