Space to Visit

Hillside Gardens Park was originally a set of private tennis courts, but was acquired by the borough and laid out as a public park, opening in 1955. With four tennis courts, two multi-use games areas, table tennis and outdoor gym equipment it is very popular for formal and informal sporting activities. The Park contains a children’s playground and open games space, as well as a dog-free picnic area, a dog exercise area, open lawns, and a small community allotment. The park includes wildflower species-rich meadow areas, native hedgerows and a wide diversity of trees, all of which support a variety of wildlife as well as adding colour and amenity.