Explore Gateshead's beautifully restored historic park featuring play areas, tennis courts, a skate park, and heritage attractions for all ages.

Chase Park in Whickham is Gateshead's cherished historic park, lovingly restored in 2017 with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund and Big Lottery Fund. This multi-faceted venue offers something for every family member, combining recreational facilities with cultural heritage. Families can enjoy a remodelled toddler play area perfect for young children, a dedicated junior play area for older kids, and a modern skateboard park for teenagers. Sports enthusiasts will appreciate the resurfaced tennis courts, table tennis facilities, and bowls area. The park also features an outdoor gym and trim trail for fitness-minded visitors. Beyond activities, Chase Park showcases impressive heritage features including a restored listed windmill, ornamental gardens with replanted flower beds and trees, and a community garden. The venue provides interpretive signage highlighting points of historic interest, making it an educational destination as well as a recreational one. Educators and families can access comprehensive resources including a Heritage Trail leaflet, an education pack covering Key Stage 1 and 2, and activity sheets designed to inspire learning through exploration of the park's environment and wildlife. Dog-friendly and pushchair-accessible, Chase Park welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

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Penny Titheradge

7 months ago

Visited this today with my two grandchildren (6 and 3). It was not at all as the reviews or overview suggest. There is no parking within a short distance of the park, let alone within it. Many of the play items were broken or not in use. The toilets were locked and there was no cafe (as some reviews suggested). The whole place was very very neglected. I would suggest it is suitable only for those looking for a gentle walk with their dog (or not!). As for children - sorry but it did not deliver on its promise or on its outdated photos.

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Dorothy Eyes

4 years ago

Nice park with open spaces for dog walkers and a children's playground, tennis courts, bowling green and skateboard area. There is a toilet which is open during the day. Recently opened is the Pavilion cafe. Open from 10am til 4pm, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, on Sunday from 12pm, and Monday 10am til 4pm. They sell muffins, scones and chocolate shortbread plus coffee, tea and hot chocolate - those who bring their own travel mugs will get a 25% discount on their drink. The cafe can be found near the toilets. .

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Fartybeans

4 years ago

Will be returning to Chase park, beautiful park well kept park in the heart of whickham. Saw no litter or Dog poo anywhere in the park. highly recommend

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Annie Jones

5 years ago

Great park, has had some recent upgrades and it's a great place for younger kids to explore and play. My 9 year old and 1 year old both love it.

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Cosette Lahaye

7 years ago

I just love this park great for children and adults a like great days out for a picnic and as lots of things for children to do and great for dog walkers too

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026