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Apsley Way
London
W1J 7NT
United Kingdom
Hyde Park Corner
Find information about opening times and facilities in Hyde Park Corner
Opening times
Open everyday, from 8am. Park closing times vary by the time of year.
About the park
Sitting between Hyde Park and Green Park on a grand round-about, the open space features grass and monuments.
Venue notes
Hyde Park Corner is not wheelchair accessible.
Dogs are welcome at this park.
History
The main feature of the space is the Constitution Arch (more commonly known as the Wellington Arch), was designed by Decimus Burton as a memorial to the Duke of Wellington and was originally built as a northern grand entrance gate to the grounds of Buckingham Palace.
The site includes various other monuments including a statue of Byron, and both the New Zealand and Australian War Memorials.
In 1952 the sites name "Hyde Park Corner" was used as a code to inform the Government about the death of King George VI.
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Published: 29 April 2022
Last updated: 30 April 2024