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London Districts: Richmond
Episode 38 puts the spotlight on the south west London district of 'Richmond'. We mingle with the locals on a nice and shiny Spring day to get a feel of life there and discuss some the reasoning and stories behind how it came to be such a beloved part of London.
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Richmond is the principal district inside the massive London Borough of Richmond-upon-Thames along with the areas of Kew, Twickenham and Hampton to name a few.
The view we are looking at are the meadows and riverbanks of Petersham, a village on the eastern end of the district and Ham Lands, a nature reserve in the Ham area which crosses over into Richmond.
This district is as large as most inner London boroughs and more than 75% of it is Richmond Park wrapped inside an 8 mile, Grade II listed wall. It's 7 times bigger than Hyde Park, 32 times bigger than Greenwich Park and Green Park can fit inside it 60 times. At 2,300 acres, it is by far the largest of all the Royal parks. About 650 red and fallow deer roam around in there freely with the public and they shape the way the park looks.
Richmond upon Thames is the only borough in Greater London stretching across both sides of our meandering river situated 8 miles away from Charing Cross in transport zone 4.
Until 1501, Richmond was known as Shene. The last two letters were later swapped around to read s-h-e-e-n. Henry VIII's dad, the last English king to win his throne on the field of battle, renamed the place Richmond. The word is adapted from old French Richmont which is simply rich or splendid together with mont which means hill.
So, we're here in Richmond to enjoy this gorgeous day, by the river, fantastic foodie market. We're drinking Rose by Conte Leopardi; our wines are naturally made, just gorgeous drinking. No sugars added on a sunny day out in Richmond close by the Thames.
Richmond is a place that pays homage to its becoming. It includes a free museum which showcases its history and produces the remembrance poppies sold each November for Remembrance Day.
The atmosphere in Richmond is perfectly suited to its infrastructural make-up. On a nice day, the riverside quickly becomes full of people partaking in the beautiful setting by the river. If you plan to see all Richmond has to offer, I would advise renting a bike, a row boat or taking a cruise up and down it.
This place has a reputation for being well looked after and visually pretty. It is also officially the London district with the lowest amount of poverty and has very low-crimes rates. It's no secret that Richmond is the district of choice for several of our most renowned international actors, musicians and athletes. The list is long but you may find the likes of Angelina Jolie, Tom Hardy, Jane Horrocks, Brad Pitt, Mick Jagger and ahem Rick Astley walking past you.
This is the church of St Mary Magdalene, the sinner who Jesus reformed by casting 7 demons out of her. After she told her mates what he did, they also became his followers.
Richmond Theatre opened in 1899 beside Little Green with a performance of 'As You Like It'.
At the heart of the town sits Richmond Green which is almost square open grassland. The locals tell me this is the real treasure of Richmond. They go there to chill out on summer weekends and public holidays. It was traditionally used for archery since the 16th century but is now much better known as one of the places cricket matches began in England. The 92-year-old celebrated broadcaster and naturalist Sir David Attenborough actively lives in a house circling this green and describes Richmond as his ''favourite place by a long way''.
Gelateria Danieli was birthed in Richmond making authentic gelato more readily available in the UK. Richmond Bridge is 243 years old, the oldest surviving bridge over the River Thames. Ham house here is the most completely in tact one across Europe from 1610.
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KEW GARDENS - Unique Day Trip from Central London
We explore what is on offer at the Royal Botanic Gardens or Kew Gardens - The Hive, The Palm House, The Princess of Wales Conservatory, The Treetop Walkway.
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Top Things to do in Weymouth, England - UK
Things to do in Weymouth
Weymouth is a seaside town in Dorset, southern England. Its sandy beach is dotted with colorful beach huts and backed by Georgian houses. Jurassic Skyline, a revolving viewing tower, and Victorian Nothe Fort offer harbour views. Weymouth Sealife Park is home to sharks, turtles and stingrays. On the fossil-rich Jurassic Coast is pebbly Chesil Beach. A causeway leads to Portland Island with its lighthouse and birdlife.
1.SANDWORLD
Sandworld Weymouth SandWorld in Lodmoor is the perfect way to still get the experience of the beach even when it is raining cats and dogs.
The undercover attraction has an ever changing array of cleverly created sand sculptures that are really quite something to be seen. This year’s theme is Life on Earth to celebrate David Attenborough’s 90th birthday!
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2. PORTLAND CASTLE
The Isle of Portland a short drive away from Weymouth is home to infamous King Henry VIII’s Portland Castle. Let the kids run around the Castle’s grounds and learn facts from the Tudor age and of the King himself.
3. SHARKYS
This is a perfect attraction if you have little ones who want to lose a little energy. Whilst they run around the indoor soft play area you can relax and enjoy a hot or cold drink. With 6 exciting slides, including the notorious “deathslide” for the bravest over 5s, they won’t know what to play on first. As well as this there is the slot car racing and lazer zones to enjoy too!
If you are further out of town, the Granby Estate has the Fun Factory with ball pits and soft play area for the kids to enjoy too. Charges apply.
4. WEYMOUTH PAVILION
Weymouth Pavilion Weymouth Pavilion has an extensive programme of performances and activities throughout the year. From big named singers to up and coming comedians – they all take centre stage at the Pavilion. Or, if you fancy something a little different, why not get your skates on and have a go at rollerblading?!
Visit the Pavilion website for this year’s programme. Charges apply
5. CINEWORLD CINEMA
Sat down with a bucket of popcorn and a cool drink – what a way to keep in from the weather! Weymouth’s 9 screen cinema shows not only the latest blockbusters but national screenings of opera and ballets. Visit the Cineworld Weymouth website to see the lasted screenings. Charges apply
6. MFA BOWLING
Who doesn’t enjoy a game of bowling…especially when it gets you inside on a rainy day? MFA Bowl caters for your every need as you can enjoy a yummy basket meal from the kitchen too! Get those bowling shoes on and get bowling! Charges apply.
7. WEYMOUTH MUSEUM
Rather than filling your boots with rainwater, fill your brain with interesting facts about Weymouth’s long and varied past! Admission only £1 and kids go FREE.
Stuart Wiltshire Glass Weymouth8. STUART WILTSHIRE GLASS
Get hands on in Weymouth and book yourselves on a glass making taster session! Whether you are spectating or having a go yourself, the art of glass making is truly magical. Charges apply.
9. THE TUDOR HOUSE
Tucked away behind Hope Square by Weymouth’s Harbourside is the Tudor House and is one of Britain’s best preserved Tudor buildings. The house is furnished with 17th century furniture and is styled as if it was owned and used by a merchant. A tour of the house gives an interesting and different approach to Weymouth’s history. Charges apply.
10. NOTHE FORT
The Nothe Fort stands proudly looking out into Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour which gives excellent views of the Jurassic Coast. Learn tales of the forts past, see military uniforms from times gone by and uncover the stories of ghostly happenings inside the fort’s walls…if you dare! Charges apply.
11. RATHER THAN GETTING WET OUTSIDE, GET WET IN THE POOL!
Weymouth has numerous leisure centres with indoor pools and gyms. Enjoy a morning or afternoon in the pool at either Weymouth Swimming Pool or Osprey Leisure Centre on Portland.
12. BREWERS’ QUAY EMPORIUM
Meander around the rooms of ntiques and collectables with a number of traders selling antique and vintage furniture, clothing, objets d’art, militaria, jewellery and artwork.
13. BOWLEAZE FANTASY FUN PARK
Outdoor and undercover rides can be found here, great way to spend a windy or cold day.
14. SEALIFE CENTRE
Sealife WeymouthStep inside the aquariums and see fish from exotic lands swim by your very eyes. Try to find nemo and say hello to the turtles who are originally from Florida!
15. AND OF COURSE…
Why not enjoy a drink, snack or meal in one of the great bars and pubs in Weymouth? Don’t forget to check out our list of some of the best restaurants in Weymouth.
BBC: Spaghetti-Harvest in Ticino
The spaghetti tree hoax is a famous 3-minute hoax report broadcast on April Fools' Day 1957 by the BBC current affairs programme Panorama. It told a tale of a family in southern Switzerland harvesting spaghetti from the fictitious spaghetti tree, broadcast at a time when this Italian dish was not widely eaten in the UK and some Britons were unaware that spaghetti is a pasta made from wheat flour and water. Hundreds of viewers phoned into the BBC, either to say the story was not true, or wondering about it, with some even asking how to grow their own spaghetti trees. Decades later CNN called this broadcast the biggest hoax that any reputable news establishment ever pulled.
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