Inclusion and Access at Hampstead Heath
Heath Hands is committed to welcoming and encouraging participation of people from all backgrounds and abilities onto our green spaces and into our activities and programmes.
We are working with our partner organisations to improve access and inclusion on the Heath - you can find out what we’re doing below and read about our commitment in our equality and diversity policy.
Accessing our Green Spaces
Disabled Access Hampstead Heath
Hampstead Heath Maps and directions
Download a map of Hampstead Heath here or you can purchase a paper one in our shop.
The Heath is well served by public transport, with buses 210, 88, 214, 24, C11 all stopping nearby.
Golders Green, Hampstead, Kentish Town and Tufnell Park tube stations are all within walking distance, as are Hampstead Heath and Gospel Oak on the Overground (see map for details).
Hampstead Heath Opening Times
The Heath itself is open 24 hours a day, although certain sections (listed below) close in the hours of darkness. Click below for more details:
Contact Hampstead Heath
Hampstead Heath is managed by the City of London - contact them by email here or by phone on 020 7332 3322.
The Heath has its own police, the Constabulary - call them on 020 8340 5260.
Kenwood is managed by English Heritage.
Accessibility
All of our programmes on Hampstead Heath are suitable for all abilities. Thanks to funding from Camden Giving, we are running extra activities at more accessible locations on Hampstead Heath, have created fully accessible gardens and can supply adapted equipment and tools to meet the needs of everyone.
Activities
We aim to support disabled, or disadvantaged people in accessing activities and outdoor pursuits on our green spaces, either as part of bespoke group activities, or on an individual basis. We can provide access to buildings, equipment, enclosed teaching gardens, facilitated sessions and much more.
Get some ideas of what you could get up to here.
Chaperoning
For people who would like to volunteer or take part in our programme of events, but need assistance to attend, we are able to offer a chaperoning service or other support. Arrangements can be made to accompany participants or provide transport to sessions, or to help with directions.
Contact us to find out more.
We work with partner organisations to create a programme of regular activities in nature, which include volunteering, gardening, walking, nature mindfulness etc.
Spending time meaningfully in nature, getting active, and making a positive contribution to the environment are hugely beneficial for mental and physical wellbeing and have been shown to help those in recovery programmes.
We are also happy to partner with organisations looking for green social prescribing opportunities.
For more information, watch our ‘Recovery through Nature’ video below or get in touch.