Victoria Park

• The modern skate park attracts avid skaters and stunt bike enthusiasts from across the town, and the welcoming atmosphere is ideal for younger children, learners and newcomers.
• A modern ball court that provides facilities for basketball and 5-a-side football pitch in an enclosed area - ideal for a general kickabout with friends or organised matches.
• There are two play areas: one enclosed for the younger children and another with much larger equipment for the older and more adventurous.
• Need to shelter from a passing rain shower? Then the teen shelter is located near to the skate park.
• The path around the perimeter of the park is approximately one mile long and is very popular with walkers, dog walkers and joggers.
• Take a stroll around the park and visit the duck pond and surrounding folly that have been there since 1847.
• A wetland habitat area can be found along the Bishop Road section of the park that is home to a variety of wetland plants.
• Activities and events take place in the park throughout the year; updates are also on the information boards around the park entrances.
• The reintroduction of the tennis courts and a new trim trail if you are feeling more energetic.
• A cycle hub is accessible to all for organised bike rides. There are a number of adapted cycles for the disabled as well.
• A beautiful Community Garden with over 15 different groups owning their own plot adding to this tranquil setting.
• St Marks Gate Lodge- Home to The Friends of Victoria Park who hold events and meeting from this Grade 11 listed building.
• Grand Bandstand which is host to music events and the Parkrun Groups (every Saturday), Junior Parkrun (every Sunday).

Map of the park (click to enlarge)