Return of the Deer

The new herd of eight fallow deer is the first in the park since 2021.

The previous herds of fallow and red deer were relocated to Richmond Park to ensure they were not disturbed by the renovation works over the last four years in Greenwich Park. During this time, significant paddock habitat improvement took place, and construction work was delivered nearby to create exciting new community facilities, including the new Greenwich Park Learning Centre.

The improved, larger paddock provides the deer with new access to nearby woodland, and the natural habitat has been enhanced with wildflower planting to support wildlife, including birds and pollinators. Log and brash piles have been placed around the paddock to allow areas for scrub to regenerate and provide natural sustainable grazing opportunities for the deer. Extensive repairs to the fencing ensure a protected and secure environment for the deer.

The deer will be settling in and therefore unlikely to be very visible for the next couple of weeks.