Museum of Richmond
The museum celebrates the rich heritage of the Richmond area from medieval times to the present day. There are fascinating exhibitions and a programme of talks, films and events.
Turner’s House
Britain’s greatest landscape painter J.M.W. Turner designed this modest villa as a rural retreat for himself and his father in Twickenham. Recently returned to its original appearance in a major restoration programme.
Twickenham Rugby
The legendary home of English rugby union. Tour the stadium and see the large collection of rugby memorabilia in the world rugby museum, the ultimate experience for any rugby fan!
Kew Palace
Look around the intimate retreat of King George III and his family when you visit Kew Gardens. It’s Britain’s smallest royal palace.
Richmond Palace Remains
Built by Henry VII on the site of former medieval palaces, you can still see the gatehouse and wardrobe buildings of Elizabeth I’s favourite winter home. The nearby Green was home to jousting tournaments during the reign of Henry VIII.
Marble Hill House
A classic Palladian villa set in riverside parkland and built for Henrietta Howard, Countess of Suffolk and mistress to George II when Prince of Wales.
Richmond Riverside
One of the most popular places along the river and always busy on sunny weekends. The waterfront adjoins Richmond Bridge, the oldest surviving bridge to span the Thames in London.
Strawberry Hill House
Visiting Horace Walpole’s exquisite and eccentric ‘Little Gothic Castle’ is a truly theatrical experience. Britain’s finest example of Georgian Gothic revival architecture. The world’s first Gothic Horror novel was written here.
Ham House
A fine Stuart riverside mansion dating back to 1610 which has survived virtually unaltered to this day. Retains a mysterious aura and is reputedly haunted by ghosts of its past residents. Restored formal 17th century gardens and wilderness.
Richmond Hill
The iconic view of the Thames Valley from the top of Richmond Hill has inspired painters and poets for centuries. It was the first view in Britain to be protected by an Act of Parliament.