| Facilities in the immediate area
Sport & Leisure: In sport and leisure pursuits,
Richmond upon Thames is particularly well served.
Twickenham is a name synonymous with rugby union where the
first match, played in 1909, featured local rivals Richmond
and the Harlequins. London Scottish and London Welsh are also
based in the borough, as are a host of smaller amateur clubs.
Each year the sporting spotlight falls on Mortlake with the
Oxford and Cambridge boat race - indeed rowing, canoeing and
sailing are extremely popular pastimes on the River Thames.
Richmond Park (ten minutes walk) has two golf courses and several
horse riding centres where both novice and experienced riders
can trot and canter across the expanse of the Park - dodging
the deer of course.
Richmond town boasts several Health and Fitness clubs offering:
- tennis and squash courts
- indoor and outdoor swimming pools
- aerobics classes
- saunas
- spas
- solariums
Guided Walks: The best way to the heart of the borough
is through the eyes of an experienced local guide. The Richmond
upon Thames Society of Voluntary Guides organises regular daily
walks throughout the summer covering general or specialist themes.
Alternatively, hire an audio tour covering Richmond town centre
from the Richmond Information Centre.
The River: Take a leisurely boat trip on the river,
sailing from Richmond to Teddington Lock, Kingston and beyond
to magnificent Hampton Court Palace. For the more energetic,
hire a rowing boat near Richmond Bridge or Marble Hill House.
Theatre: A lively cultural calendar offers the finest
entertainment outside central London with many West End shows
previewing at Richmond Theatre and the exciting theatre 'In
the Round' at the Orange Tree Theatre.
Exhibtions, Galleries & Museums: There are innovative
exhibitions at the Landmark Arts Centre throughout the yar and
at Orleans House Gallery which also holds a fine collection
of paintings from 18th century to the modern day. The Museum
of Richmond has fascinating temporary exhibitions.
Events: Hugely popular festivals, events and shows,
mainstream and art house cinema and specialist workshops offer
variety throughout the borough during the year. Details can
be found at www.richmond.gov.uk
Shopping: A few minutes away from the hotel is Richmond's
main shopping area offering an enticing mix and bringing together
op designer names with small specialist and antique shops.
If you would prefer to take things at a slower pace, Richmond
also provides some relaxing alternatives - why not hire a rowing
boat and float down the Thames; have a cool drink or a meal
at a riverside pub; stroll along the river banks; or just sit
and enjoy the beautiful and peaceful landscape surrounding the
hotel.
|
