The experts at idealo have analysed over 50 parks across the UK, using key metrics such as park ratings, monthly Google searches, and the number of Instagram and TikTok posts to reveal the nation’s most popular green spaces.
The 10 most popular UK parks:
|
Rank |
Park |
City |
Rating |
No. of Google searches per month |
No. of Instagram posts |
No. of TikTok posts |
|
1 |
Richmond Park |
London |
4.7 |
301,000 |
503,000 |
9,910 |
|
2 |
Hyde Park |
London |
4.6 |
450,000 |
104,000 |
12,000 |
|
3 |
Greenwich Park |
London |
4.6 |
165,000 |
250,000 |
6,781 |
|
4 |
Sefton Park |
Liverpool |
4.6 |
60,500 |
119,000 |
4,181 |
|
5 |
Hampstead Heath |
London |
4.7 |
246,000 |
4,154 |
83 |
|
6 |
Heaton Park |
Manchester |
4.1 |
135,000 |
110,000 |
4,718 |
|
7 |
Royal Victoria Park |
Bath |
4.5 |
201,000 |
2,073 |
15 |
|
8 |
Roundhay Park |
Leeds |
4.6 |
40,500 |
77,200 |
1,433 |
|
9 |
Sutton Park |
Birmingham |
4.6 |
27,100 |
62,100 |
1,923 |
|
10 |
Weston Park |
Sheffield |
5 |
33,100 |
829 |
8 |
?Sutton Park in Birmingham ranks ninth on the list of the UK’s most popular parks. Spanning a vast 2,400 acres and designated as a National Nature Reserve, it’s cherished for its diverse landscapes, from open heathlands to ancient woodlands. With a solid rating of 4.6 out of 5 and 27,100 monthly Google searches, Sutton Park continues to attract nature lovers and families alike. Its social media presence is notable too, appearing in over 62,000 Instagram posts and nearly 2,000 TikTok videos, highlighting its growing appeal as one of the country’s beloved green spaces.
?Richmond Park tops the list as the UK’s most popular park. The park has earned a high average rating of 4.7 out of 5, known for its vast open spaces, ancient woodlands, and roaming herds of deer, it offers park goers a true countryside feel within the city. Loved both on the ground and online, it’s a social media favourite, appearing in over 503,000 Instagram posts and nearly 10,000 TikToks.
?Taking second spot is Hyde Park, one of London’s most iconic green spaces. It holds a strong average rating of 4.6 out of 5 and is the most searched-for park in the UK, with 450,000 monthly Google searches. Online, it’s equally beloved, with over 104,000 Instagram posts and 12,000 on TikTok.
Further insight:
- Readingcrowned the best city in the UK for a picnic, earning a score of 8.21/10.
- Picnic-goers advised to check local park rules before setting off, as common habits like playing loud music could lead to fines of up to £300.
