Enjoy free outdoor play with swings, seesaws, springers and multi-games units suitable for all ages at this Green Flag-awarded recreation ground.

City Recreation Ground is a well-maintained public playground in Newbury that offers families a welcoming outdoor space for recreation and play. The venue features a variety of equipment designed for all ages, including swings, seesaws, springers in various styles, and a multi-games unit, providing diverse activities for different age groups and abilities. The recreation ground has been recognized with Green Flag status for four consecutive years, reflecting its high standards of maintenance, safety, and community engagement. Beyond the playground facilities, the venue also features a Community Orchard Scheme that has been operating for nine years, incorporating an apple orchard and adding educational and environmental value to the site. A recent revamp of the play area included the installation of a new pathway made from recycled rubber, demonstrating the venue's commitment to sustainability and accessibility. This is an ideal destination for families seeking free outdoor activities in a safe, award-winning environment. Whether visiting for active play or to enjoy the green space, City Recreation Ground caters to visitors of all ages and offers a genuine community hub for outdoor family recreation.

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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Frank Micheal

3 months ago

Great the children enjoy it the play

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Steven Henderson

2 years ago

Nice small area. Football pitch, decent playground and some good activities for people who want to work out. The orbital patch is marked with distance if you want to run and is actually sporting a soft, rubber surface.

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Kenny Ngo

4 years ago

Lovely playground with football field and half basketball court.

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Pete Coultas

4 years ago

Got to love a recreation ground! Well maintained with lovely wild flower bed. Good play equipment for the little ones and exercise equipment for the biggies. Running track round the edge which is easy on the legs Football pitch used for local matches with changing rooms. Great for dog walkers too. Now with picnic tables too!

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Yashwant Deegwal

5 years ago

Park has been upgraded and now caretakers have added some really good addition to park. It has new basketball ring for practice and some new rides for kids which are really good attractions for park. Also running path got upgraded with cushioned track marked with meters marking .. track is approximately 600 meters and safe to run.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026