Seven Best Spots To Enjoy Marylebone & St Johns Wood In Spring

Springtime is just around the corner – finally!

March 20^th signifies the official start of spring, and with the warmer weather comes the opportunity to get out and explore beautiful Marylebone. Many outdoor markets and events take place, and numerous local gardens are filled with spring buds coming into bloom. If you are looking to enjoy the areas of Marylebone & St Johns Wood this spring, here are seven places we recommend you add to your list:

Regents Park & Primrose Hill

Regents Park is perhaps one of the most beautiful Royal Parks in London. Designed by John Nash, the garden spans almost 400 acres, and is filled with numerous varieties of both seasonal and perennial plants and flowers. A walk up to Primrose Hill will enable you to enjoy fantastic views over the city, too.

Regents Canal

Arguably one of central London’s best hidden treasures, this canal runs through the city, and alongside several attractions in the process. You can walk, bike or run along the canal, enjoying the local area through a unique perspective.

Open Air Theatre

Later in the spring, shows take place in the Open Air Theatre, located in Regents Park. A great way to spend a warm evening, the first show of the 2015 season is J.M. Barrie’s Peter Pan, starting on the 15^th May.

ZSL London Zoo

This zoo is so large it can take a full day to make your way around, and is centrally located to make it easy to travel to and from on foot or by public transport. There are daily events and feedings too, great for enjoying a family day out.

Marylebone Farmers’ Market

On a springtime Sunday, you can peruse between 30-40 stalls selling everything from fresh meat to oysters, cheese, fruit and vegetables at the famed Marylebone Farmers’ Market.

Paddington Street Gardens

Formed during the 18^th century, this former graveyard is filled with history. The manicured gardens are filled with benches, ideal for sitting and enjoying a coffee on a warm spring day afternoon.

Asia Spring House Fair

From the weekend of 28th-30th March, Asia House’s headquarters in Marylebone will be hosting the Asia Spring House Fair. Here, you’ll be transported into a “bazaar”, where you’ll find over 30 exhibitors running stalls selling handcrafted arts, crafts, jewellery and more Asian trinkets and treats.