Free Minibus Service to Richmond Park Restored
Runs from Danebury Avenue on the Roehampton Estate
The minibus service in operation last year. Picture: Friends of Richmond Park
The free transport service running from Roehampton through Richmond Park has returned.
The minibus, which was suspended in autumn of last year, aims to provide better accessibility for all to Richmond Park.
The route starts and terminates at the barrier in Danebury Avenue on the Roehampton Estate and goes out to Ham, Ashburnham Road (371 bus stop), Ham Gate Avenue (near to the 65 bus stop), and new for this year, out to Mortlake Station (969 stop) outside the Community Centre.
It will run between all the Richmond Park car parks, Ladderstile Gate, Richmond Gate, Pembroke Lodge, and Isabella Plantation.
This free service is now operating every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, until 29 November 2023, between the hours of 9:25am and 4:20pm.
The minibus is equipped with a ramp and steps to aid access. Wheelchair users wishing to use the service should contact jmeays@royalparks.org.uk or volunteering@royalparks.org.uk.
This service is funded by private donations to The Royal Parks charity and allows those who otherwise would not have access to the park the ability to enjoy the natural environment of this National Nature Reserve.
Paul Richards, Park Manager at Richmond Park said, “We are thrilled to be bringing back the minibus to Richmond Park and adding additional services.
“We want the Royal Parks to be open and accessible for everyone and this service is a way we can further ensure that more visitors can visit this exceptional landscape.”
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April 5, 2023