Country parks · London
Thornton Heath Recreation Ground
In or near Shortlands.
Thornton Heath Recreation Ground — urban park in London Borough of Croydon, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Thornton Heath · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Thornton Heath Recreation Ground is a country park in the United Kingdom. It covers approximately 14 km². Wikidata describes it as: "urban park in London Borough of Croydon, United Kingdom". Coordinates: 51.4018°, -0.1081°.
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Place summary
Thornton Heath Recreation Ground is a country park located in the London region, specifically within the unparished area of Croydon. It serves as a recreational space for local residents and visitors.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4018, -0.1081
- District
- Croydon
- Parish
- Croydon, unparished area
- Postcode
- CR7 7QD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Croydon West
- Nearest railway station
- Thornton Heath — 0.6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q116453259 (CC0)
- commons: Thornton Heath Recreation Ground - geograph.org.uk - 2984378.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Thornton Heath Recreation Ground?
- Thornton Heath Recreation Ground is in London, United Kingdom (postcode CR7 7QD), in the parish of Croydon, unparished area.
- What is Thornton Heath Recreation Ground?
- Thornton Heath Recreation Ground — urban park in London Borough of Croydon, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Thornton Heath Recreation Ground?
- The nearest railway station is Thornton Heath, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode CR7 7QD.
- Is Thornton Heath Recreation Ground free to visit?
- Yes, Thornton Heath Recreation Ground is free to enter.
- How do I get to Thornton Heath Recreation Ground?
- The nearest railway station is Thornton Heath, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CR7 7QD.