Park & nature
Runnymede
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Runnymede is a peaceful water-meadow on the banks of the River Thames, forever linked to the sealing of the Magna Carta by King John in 1215. This National Trust site offers gentle riverside walks with views of the meadows and woods. Key monuments include the Magna Carta Memorial, erected by the American Bar Association, and the John F. Kennedy Memorial, a block of Portland stone given by the British people. It's a place for quiet reflection on the foundations of modern democracy.
Don't miss
- Stand at the Magna Carta Memorial and read the inscribed principles of justice
- Visit the John F. Kennedy Memorial on an acre of land gifted to the United States
- Walk the Thames Path through the meadow, spotting wildlife and historic boundary markers
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Runnymede
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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