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Country parks · London

Wandle Park

In or near Whyteleafe.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly👪 Family-friendly4.3 · 2,463 Google reviews

Wandle Park — public park in Croydon, London, England.

Wandle Park, country parks in London

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Nearest railway station
West Croydon · 0.8 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

Wandle Park is located in Croydon, London, with the postcode CR0 4JR. The nearest railway station is West Croydon, which is 0.8 km away. Entry to the park is free.

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About

Wandle Park is a country park in the United Kingdom. It covers approximately 21 km². Wikidata describes it as: "public park in Croydon, London, England". Coordinates: 51.3744°, -0.1113°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Wandle Park is an 8.5-hectare (21-acre) park located in the Broad Green Ward of Croydon, south London, England. It was opened in 1890 by the Mayor of Croydon. The site is protected by Fields in Trust through a legal "Deed of Dedication" safeguarding the future of the space as public recreation land for future generations to enjoy. The River Wandle flows through the park. Between 1967 and 2012 this was in an underground culvert which was constructed by Croydon Council. The park used to contain a boating lake which dried up and was filled in. The park is used by many people and is popular with dog walkers, footballers, joggers, skateboarders and families. The park is easily accessible by public transport using Wandle Park tram stop. The park has a 'Friends Group' of local residents and park users that are working with Croydon Council to improve the park.

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Background

History

One of the oldest public open spaces in Croydon, Wandle Park was built to meet the leisure and recreation needs of the population of a growing industrial town.

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Coordinates
51.3744, -0.1113
District
Croydon
Parish
Croydon, unparished area
Postcode
CR0 4JR
Parliamentary constituency
Croydon West
Established
1890
Nearest railway station
West Croydon0.8 km
Opening
08:00 - 16:30 Nov, Dec, Jan<br/>08:00 - 17:30 Feb<br/>08:00 - 18:30 Mar, Oct<br/>08:00 - 19:30 Sep<br/>08:00 - 20:00 Apr<br/>08:00 - 20:30 Aug<br/>08:00 - 21:00 May<br/>08:00 - 21:30 Jun, Jul

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Wandle Park?
Wandle Park is in London, United Kingdom (postcode CR0 4JR), in the parish of Croydon, unparished area.
What is Wandle Park?
Wandle Park — public park in Croydon, London, England.
How do I get to Wandle Park?
The nearest railway station is West Croydon, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode CR0 4JR.
When was Wandle Park built?
Built or established in 1890.
Who owns Wandle Park?
Wandle Park is owned by London Borough of Croydon.
Is Wandle Park free to visit?
Yes, Wandle Park is free to enter.
How do I get to Wandle Park?
The nearest railway station is West Croydon, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CR0 4JR.