Address: Basingstoke RG21 3AE
Location
Originally known as Goldings Park, War Memorial Park was established in 1921 through public subscription to commemorate World War I. This beautiful Georgian parkland has since become a cherished community space.
The War Memorial Park is a Green Flag Award winner. To win, parks must meet high standards and have excellent facilities.
What's there?
At the War Memorial Park, you will find:
Bandstand
Aviary
Sir Harold Delf Gillies Memorial Garden
Play area
Skatepark
Sports pitches
Tennis courts
Parking
Free parking is available at Crossborough Hill.
The Parklands Car Park is pay and display on weekends.
Prices:
Sat-Sun 08:00 - 19:00
1 Hour: £1.20
2 Hours: £2.20
4 Hours: £4.30
6 Hours: £6.60
8 Hours: £8.80
Max: £10.90
Holidays: Free
Both car parks have disabled parking bays.
Parking is free for blue-badge holders.
Accessibility
Level paths make the park accessible for wheelchair and mobility scooter users.
There are lots of benches throughout the parks grounds, with some larger gaps of around 50 metres.
The Parkland Car Park is located 100 meters from the aviary and memorial garden, both of which have seating available. There are frequent benches along the western side of the park, continuing from the bandstand.
Crossborough Hill Car Park is located closer to the playground, at a distance of just over 100 metres. The distance from Crossborough Hill car park to the bandstand, aviary, and garden is around 300 metres, with fewer benches on the eastern side of the park.
There is a disabled toilet on site, located at the John Arlott Pavilion.
Conclusion
With a variety of facilities and accessible grounds, the War Memorial Park is suitable for people of all ages and abilities. The park is well maintained and would make a perfect place for a cheap family day out, especially with the unique draw of the aviary.
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