Isabella Plantation is popular especially in May when the rhododendrons and azaleas are in flower. Also of note are the wall itself and the other buildings, a number of which are listed. Pembroke Lodge, now a cafeteria, is surrounded by attractive formal gardens and has a terrace with wonderful views across West London. Bus 371 and 85. A perfect setting for strolling or for a picnic.
Deer wander freely.
For enquiries phone the Gardens and Estate Manager on 0208-977 1328. There is also a visitors information kiosk and shop adjacent to the Lion Gate. Bushy Park Bushy Park covers some 445 hectares of historic deer park. It was originally enclosed from ploughed farmland into three separate parks by Cardinal Wolsey and Henry VIII between 1500 and 1537. Its many streams and ponds are fed by the Longford River, an artificial waterway 13 miles long originally created by Charles I in 1639 to bring fresh water to Hampton Court.