Address: Stoke Park, London Rd, Guildford GU1 1TU
Location
Nestled in the historic town of Guildford, Stoke Park is a delightful destination that caters to people of all ages. Featuring playgrounds, mini-golf, and paddling pools, it’s an ideal spot for young families looking to enjoy a day outdoors. Additionally, the rose garden and Japanese-style garden offer a peaceful retreat for visitors of all ages.
While Stoke Park buzzes with activity during summer, it transforms into a calm oasis outside peak holidays, perfect for a relaxing visit.
Stoke Park is a Green Flag award winner. To win, parks must meet high standards and have excellent facilities. For further information, and to find other Green Flag parks and open spaces, visit the Green Flag Award website.
What's there?
Park facilities include:
Children's playground
Model boating pond
Sensory Garden
Skate park
Fitness trail
Tennis courts
Football and rugby pitches
Public toilets
The Stoke Park Kiosk is open every day from 10 AM to 5 PM. They offer a variety of hot and cold drinks, snacks, and a large selection of ice cream and slush drinks. During the summer, they also provide water bowls for dogs.
Parking & When to Visit
The car park, primarily used by Guildford College, is free to use outside of college hours.
Times you can visit are:
Weekdays after 6pm
All day weekends and college holidays
There are two disabled parking spaces at the end nearest the college.
Accessibility
There are plenty of benches throughout the park, making this location ideal for visitors who struggle to walk long distances.
The paths are smooth and have only slight slopes, making them easy to navigate for wheelchair and mobility scooter users.
While the gardens are level, the only path is made of grass, which may be challenging for some visitors. Pictures of the various surfaces are included below.
Conclusion
With its award-winning gardens and kid-friendly environment, Stoke Park is perfect for an accessible family day out.
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