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23THE ROYAL PARKSCarol Seymour NewtonA MEMORIAL GARDEN for THE LATE QUEENPermission has been given for a new garden in Regent%u2019s Park which will commemorate the life of our much-loved Queen Elizabeth II. Designed by HTA Design LLp and their team the garden is scheduled to open in 2026, the late Queen%u2019s centenary year. Work has already begun on transforming a former plant nursery within the park into a two-acre garden.It is intended to complement the park%u2019s existing historic gardens whilst incorporating modern sustainability practices. SERPENTINE BRIDGE The bridge was seriously damaged in March when a driver lost control of his car, crashing into the bridge and causing serious damage. A spokesman for the Parks told us that in depth surveys have been carried out but due to the intricacies involved in it being a %u2018heritage bridge%u2019 repairs can only be carried out in appropriate weather which will be in summer next year. Meanwhile barriers were installed to make it safe for the pedestrian and cycle paths and the road to operate as normal.FOUNTAINS There is no news yet as to when water will be restored to the Four Winds/Joy of Life Fountain to enable them to function again.HYDE PARK EVENTSWINTER WONDERLANDThis ever popular winter event returns for its 17th year with over 100 rides and attractions. Highlights include Zippos Christmas Circus, the iconic Giant Wheel (right) and the UK%u2019s largest open-air ice rink.Also back by popular demand are Wilde Maus XXL, Munich Looping, Hangover and Aeronaut Starflyer, the legendary Magical Ice Kingdom featuring an immersive experience and Alice%u2019s Adventures in Wonderland, created from over 500 tonnes of snow and ice with scenes such as The Queen of Hearts%u2019 castle and the Mad Hatter%u2019s Tea Party.Tickets are available in advance via the Hyde Park Winter Wonderland website.BRITISH SUMMERTIME CONCERTS 2025 These will take place on the last weekend in June and the first two weekends in July, with a myriad of other activities during the weekdays. Headline acts announced for 2025: Zack Bryan %u2013 Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th June and ELO %u2013 Sunday 14th JulyROYAL PARKS HALF MARATHONThis annual event takes place in October and since it was first run in 2008 has raised nearly %u00a365million Liv WilliamsHTA Design LLp