Melanie's Guidebook
Pub
The Eel Pie
9-11 Church StBarmy Arms
The EmbankmentFamous Rugby Pub - so much fun on match days!
Sightseeing
A hidden gem of a garden complete with gorgeous Venus fountain, friendly ducks and amazing river views. Follow the path down to Church Street for a lazy lunch
9 locals recommend
York House Gardens
Sion RoadA hidden gem of a garden complete with gorgeous Venus fountain, friendly ducks and amazing river views. Follow the path down to Church Street for a lazy lunch
Beautiful historical house and peaceful nature walk / gardens which the locals love - located on the Thames Path, towards Richmond
22 locals recommend
Orleans House Gallery
Orleans RoadBeautiful historical house and peaceful nature walk / gardens which the locals love - located on the Thames Path, towards Richmond
Quirky island sitting in the Thames which houses a working boat yard, local artists and hidden houses for residents who like the quiet life. Accessed via a bridge just down from The Balmy Arms.
A Visit to the new museum proves that this miniature world, barely 500 metres long, is somewhere of great personal connection for many people — especially for anyone who remembers the '60s.
18 locals recommend
Eel Pie Island
Quirky island sitting in the Thames which houses a working boat yard, local artists and hidden houses for residents who like the quiet life. Accessed via a bridge just down from The Balmy Arms.
A Visit to the new museum proves that this miniature world, barely 500 metres long, is somewhere of great personal connection for many people — especially for anyone who remembers the '60s.
Ham House and Garden
Ham StreetAccessible via Hammertons Ferry
Family run ferry crossing from Twickenham side of the river to Richmond side.
9 locals recommend
East Twickenham Ferry Terminal
Orleans RoadFamily run ferry crossing from Twickenham side of the river to Richmond side.
Richmond Park
One of the best parks in London
Good for Kids
Run by a local charity for young people, Cafe Sunshine is a great place for smaller kids which include simple food that kiddos love plus a really nice English breakfast. Includes colouring and crayons. Located opposite a small park with swings, climbing frames and roundabouts
Café Sunshine
3 The EmbankmentRun by a local charity for young people, Cafe Sunshine is a great place for smaller kids which include simple food that kiddos love plus a really nice English breakfast. Includes colouring and crayons. Located opposite a small park with swings, climbing frames and roundabouts
Radnor Gardens
92 Cross DeepOld skool playground and cafe that has been the staple of families and kids for generations. You will see plenty of families here, lots of dog walkers passing by as well as ducks and geese waddling by for a nosey.
Orleans Gardens
Orleans RoadOld skool playground and cafe that has been the staple of families and kids for generations. You will see plenty of families here, lots of dog walkers passing by as well as ducks and geese waddling by for a nosey.
Sandy beach with Viking Boat perfect for little people to play on. Safe enclosed area
Champions Wharf
RiversideSandy beach with Viking Boat perfect for little people to play on. Safe enclosed area
Amazing for crafty fun for kids - cheap too! I normally buy a load of craft from here, bring it home to the fiat and my twin 7yr olds have hours of fun with stickers and making things
The Works
Amazing for crafty fun for kids - cheap too! I normally buy a load of craft from here, bring it home to the fiat and my twin 7yr olds have hours of fun with stickers and making things