Handsworth Park

About Park

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  Green Flag awarded

  Handsworth Park landscaped grass slopes, with flower beds, mature trees, shrubs, and plenty of wildlife.

  Handsworth Leisure Centre is based in the park. There is also a boating lake, with rowing boats available to hire.

  The park has hosted a variety of both Council and community organised events - from Vaisakhi with its huge processions to the Marcus Garvey Festival with music and entertainment.

  Handsworth Park was founded in 1888 by the Handsworth Local Sanitary Board. At that time it was called Victoria Park.

  The park was significantly restored between 2004 and 2006.

  Important Information

  • saturday
    08:00 am To 05:00 pm Sunday
    07:00 am To 05:00 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:00 am To 10:00 pm
  • Park Area
    254952.00 SQM
• Intertainment Elements

  There's a 2 kilometre walking route through the park.

  Sailing and boating : You can hire boats from the boathouse during the summer (usually between May and September)

  Sitting places

  The Ranger Service offers a wide range of activities and events such as nature walks, practical conservation activities and general activities with play centres and community groups.

  - School trips

  There are two play areas, both located near the Leisure Centre off the Holly Road entrance. The main area has a section for young children and a section for older children.

  Multipurpose sports courts

• Main Elements

  • Cleanliness
  • Parking and public transport
  • Green areas
  • Service buildings
  • Open paths for walking
  • Toilets
  • Attractions