Peckham Rye Park & Common

Peckham Rye Park & Common is a 113-acre Victorian-era space that blends formal gardens with wild meadows and woodlands. Discover the charming Sexby Garden with its fountain and pergolas, the tranquil Japanese garden with a pond, and the only above-ground stretch of the River Peck. Kids will love the playgrounds and skatepark, while adults will appreciate the Green Gym outdoor fitness area and running trails. The nature reserve is home to wildflowers and waterfowl. A place with a history dating back to the Domesday Book, where William Blake is said to have had angelic visions.