There will be a host of community events and opening ceremonies held around the city in the weeks and months leading up to a National Park City Festival from 20 to 28 July.

The ceremony will include a free programme of music and drama performances celebrating all things green and wild about London at famous venues such as the National Theatre River Stage on the South Bank; special access to some of London’s most dynamic rooftop gardens; and the running of London’s first multi-site outdoor swimming and paddle sports event.

You can learn more about the event and what being a National Park City will mean for London online here. You can also camp within striking distance of the city centre at Chertsey, Walton-on-Thames or Theobalds Park Club Sites – find them at siteseeker.co.uk.