The park was originally the grounds of a private 18th-century residence before being opened to the public in 1898.
The deer enclosure has been a permanent feature of the park since the late 19th century.
The park contains a notable cedar of Lebanon tree planted during the 18th century.
The ornamental ponds are home to diverse bird species including Mandarin ducks and herons.
The butterfly house specifically features flora chosen to support various UK-native lepidoptera species.
Golders Hill Park is a formal landscape garden located on the western edge of Hampstead Heath. The park features a free-to-access zoo housing fallow deer, lemurs, and exotic birds. Visitors can utilize the large ornamental duck pond and a water garden that transitions into a series of smaller pools. The grounds include extensive flower borders, a walled garden, and an artificial butterfly house. Facilities include a permanent bandstand used for seasonal musical performances and a designated croquet lawn. A café serves refreshments overlooking the central lawn and the surrounding woodland areas. The park is managed by the City of London Corporation as part of the wider Hampstead Heath site.
The elevated stone bridge overlooking the water gardens and the central pond.
Bring a picnic blanket to utilize the large central lawn near the bandstand.
Visit the walled garden early in the day for the best light on the herbaceous borders.
Check the park's central noticeboard upon arrival for information on seasonal bird feeding times.
Attempting to drive directly to the park, as public parking is severely limited and restricted.
The butterfly house is seasonal and generally remains closed during the colder winter months.
Keep dogs under control, especially near the deer enclosure and wildlife ponds; do not feed the zoo animals.
