Richardson's Lawn

Downs, Moorland in Berkshire

England

Richardson's Lawn

Walkers on The Long Walk
Walkers on The Long Walk Credit: Matthew Chadwick

Richardson's Lawn is a picturesque area located in Berkshire, England, encompassing vast stretches of downs and moorland. The landscape is characterized by gently rolling hills, verdant meadows, and heath-covered expanses, creating a scenic and tranquil environment. This area is widely renowned for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, walkers, and outdoor adventurers.

The downs of Richardson's Lawn are marked by their smooth, grassy slopes, which provide breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The rich grasslands are home to a variety of plant species, including wildflowers such as harebells, cowslips, and orchids, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors during the spring and summer months.

The moorland areas of Richardson's Lawn offer a different landscape, characterized by open expanses of heather and bracken. This habitat provides a haven for various wildlife species, including reptiles, such as adders and lizards, as well as numerous bird species like skylarks and kestrels. The moorland is also dotted with small ponds and marshy areas, which attract a diverse range of amphibians and insects.

The area is crisscrossed by a network of footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore the natural wonders at their own pace. Richardson's Lawn is also home to several nature reserves and conservation areas, which aim to protect and preserve the unique flora and fauna found in this region.

Overall, Richardson's Lawn offers a captivating blend of downs and moorland, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and tranquility of this remarkable Berkshire landscape.

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Richardson's Lawn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.443116/-0.62021792 or Grid Reference SU9572. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Walkers on The Long Walk
Walkers on The Long Walk
Statue of King George III
Statue of King George III
The York Club
The York Club
Long-horned cattle
Long-horned cattle
View towards Windsor Castle
View towards Windsor Castle
Windsor Great Park
Windsor Great Park
Sheet Street Road (A332) Through Windsor Great Park.
Sheet Street Road (A332)
Through Windsor Great Park.
Windsor Great Park
Windsor Great Park
A332 through Windsor Great Park
A332 through Windsor Great Park
Windsor Forest Beside the A332.
Windsor Forest
Beside the A332.
Lodge at Forest Gate
Lodge at Forest Gate
Cranbourne Gate, Windsor Great Park
Cranbourne Gate, Windsor Great Park
Sheet Street Road (A332) Through Windsor Great Park.
Sheet Street Road (A332)
Through Windsor Great Park.
Track through Windsor Forest
Track through Windsor Forest
Millstone Memorial in Windsor Great Park This memorial is situated on Queen Anne's Ride between Richardson's Lawn and The Village. It was quarried by hand about 1825 but not moved until 1992 when this memorial was created and the sheriff's badge carved above the hole.
Millstone Memorial in Windsor Great Park
This memorial is situated on Queen Anne's Ride between Richardson's Lawn and The Village. It was quarried by hand about 1825 but not moved until 1992 when this memorial was created and the sheriff's badge carved above the hole.
Plaque on Millstone Memorial (1) This plaque is one of two on the Millstone Memorial located on Queen Anne's 
 Ride in Windsor Great Park. It has the following wording:

                           Queen Anne's Ride

was replanted in 1992-93 to commemorate 1000 years of the office of High Sheriff
               The first of 1000 trees was planted by
 HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE PHILIP, DUKE OF EDINBURGH K.G., K.T.
               Ranger of Windsor Great Park
                 on November 23rd 1992
Plaque on Millstone Memorial (1)
This plaque is one of two on the Millstone Memorial located on Queen Anne's Ride in Windsor Great Park. It has the following wording: Queen Anne's Ride was replanted in 1992-93 to commemorate 1000 years of the office of High Sheriff The first of 1000 trees was planted by HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE PHILIP, DUKE OF EDINBURGH K.G., K.T. Ranger of Windsor Great Park on November 23rd 1992
Plaque on Millstone Memorial (2) This plaque is one of two on the memorial located on the Queen Anne's Ride in Windsor Great Park. It has the following wording:

This millstone was quarried by hand
on Stanage Edge, Derbyshire about 1825.
It was not moved until 1992 when this
memorial was created and the Sheriff's badge
carved by Brian Morley of Hope, Derbyshire.
Plaque on Millstone Memorial (2)
This plaque is one of two on the memorial located on the Queen Anne's Ride in Windsor Great Park. It has the following wording: This millstone was quarried by hand on Stanage Edge, Derbyshire about 1825. It was not moved until 1992 when this memorial was created and the Sheriff's badge carved by Brian Morley of Hope, Derbyshire.
Red K6 Telephone Box in The Village, Windsor Great Park This smart looking telephone box is located between 18 and 19 The Village, its postcode being SL4 2HU. However, there is no longer a payphone inside it, but books on shelves which residents can borrow and then return.
Red K6 Telephone Box in The Village, Windsor Great Park
This smart looking telephone box is located between 18 and 19 The Village, its postcode being SL4 2HU. However, there is no longer a payphone inside it, but books on shelves which residents can borrow and then return.
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Richardson's Lawn is located at Grid Ref: SU9572 (Lat: 51.443116, Lng: -0.62021792)

Unitary Authority: Windsor and Maidenhead

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.443116,-0.62021792
The Village
Is In: Windsor Great Park
Note: Built in the 1930s to house Royal estate workers.
Place: village
Lat/Long: 51.4423224/-0.6263609
Historic: monument
Lat/Long: 51.4434405/-0.6239147
The Battery
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 51.4428267/-0.613475
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.445589/-0.6175185
Richardson's Lawn
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 51.4428247/-0.6210097
Public Bookcase
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Disused Amenity: telephone
Fixme: location approximate
Man Made: telephone_box
Public Bookcase Type: phone_box
Lat/Long: 51.4433287/-0.6253408
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 51.4473342/-0.6223476
Traffic Calming: hump
Lat/Long: 51.4416923/-0.6259763
Traffic Calming: hump
Lat/Long: 51.4412572/-0.6235666
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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