Freddy's Big Biodiversity walk

Richmond Green ↔ Barnes via Richmond Park

A 8.99km, moderate walk taking about 2h 20m, starting at Richmond Green and finishing at Barnes via Richmond Park. It passes through Richmond, Richmond Park and Barnes and visits 6 of our red phone boxes. Open the Box Walks app at each box to unlock its content, games and environmental actions.

Richmond Green to Barnes via Richmond Park route map
Time
2h 20m
Distance
8.99km
Effort
Moderate
Areas
Richmond, Richmond Park and Barnes
Start
Richmond Green
Finish
Barnes

Themes

  • Climate hope
  • sustainable food
  • biodiversity
  • fungi
  • trees
  • wetlands
What you'll learn

The boxes you'll meet

Bertie and Sophie phone box
01 · Biodiversity & 02 · Sustainable food

Bertie and Sophie

Bertie covers biodiversity and explains how species diversity supports the health of our local eco-systems. You will learn how to create space for nature and attract more species into your outside space and environment. Sophie explores sustainable foods and helps you identify diets that are better for the planet and your health. You will also learn how biodiversity keeps our food systems resilient and healthy.

Freddy phone box
04 · Fungi

Freddy

Freddy covers the world of fungi, an often-overlooked kingdom, which underpins life on earth. You will discover exciting facts about the importance of fungi in our ecosystems and their contribution to humanity, including how to protect them and how to use them better.

Ted phone box
08 · Climate hope

Ted

Ted looks at climate anxiety, and the emotional toll environmental change can have on people. This box channels Ted Lasso's positive mindset helping you feel less overwhelmed and giving you practical tools and tips needed to overcome stress and feel empowered to act locally.

Tilly phone box
09 · Trees

Tilly

Tilly explores the role of trees, often referred to as one of the lungs of our planet. From biodiversity to air quality, trees are central to a healthy environment. You will learn why they matter, how eco-systems rely on trees, and how to protect trees in your local area.

Wendy phone box
11 · Wetlands

Wendy

Wendy covers wetlands, one of the most important yet overlooked ecosystems. They house and support a vast range of species in a relatively small area of land and water. You will learn how to give nature a boost and how to preserve and even create a wetland on your doorstep.