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Clayhall Park

Ilford, United Kingdom•4.5(1.3k)•City Park, Playground

Enjoy free outdoor recreation in this local park featuring play facilities, an ice cream and tea parlour, and spaces for families of all ages.

Clayhall Park is a welcoming public park in the London Borough of Redbridge, located in the Wanstead, Barkingside and Clayhall area. The park offers families a free outdoor destination perfect for spending quality time together in a natural setting. The venue provides excellent facilities for families with young children, including a playground and pushchair-friendly paths throughout the park. Visitors can enjoy a refreshing break at the on-site Ice Cream and Tea Parlour, making it an ideal spot for casual refreshments during a day out. Suitable for ages 0 and upwards, Clayhall Park welcomes families with babies, toddlers, and older children. The combination of outdoor green space, play facilities, and amenities makes it a convenient local destination for families seeking free recreational activities in the Redbridge area.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 08:00 – 19:00
Tuesday: 08:00 – 19:00
Wednesday: 08:00 – 19:00
Thursday: 08:00 – 19:00
Friday: 08:00 – 19:00
Saturday: 08:00 – 19:00
Sunday: 08:00 – 19:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn)+

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Ice Cream and Tea Parlour

Café serving ice cream and tea, operating weather permitting

Hours: Seven days a week (hours incomplete in source material)

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4.5(1.3k reviews)
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Ghazala R

Ghazala R

5 months ago

Nice, clean, well maintained open space. Kids area, tennis courts, basketball court, a table tennis table. Parking on nearby roads and within the park. Cafe looked busy.

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Raza Ulhaq

Raza Ulhaq

a year ago

It’s a great park and has six tennis courts as well. You need to book them in advance. Once booked, they’ll email you a code (valid for one hour) that you enter at the door to access the courts.

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Nimesh Dedhia

Nimesh Dedhia

a year ago

This park is very beautiful and well maintained. The park was once the manor of Clay Hall, with its history dating back to the 13th century. It was purchased by the local authority in the mid-1920s and opened as a public park in 1934. It features a formal rose garden with a pagoda, an impressive avenue of mature horse chestnut trees, and a small maze with wheelchair access within the Rose Garden, providing beautiful scenery. The park also includes areas for informal sport, diverse wildlife, and plants, including a landmark nature reserve known as 'Ornamental Waters' with artificial ponds and rough grassland.

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Mika Adesola

Mika Adesola

5 years ago

I can't believe it took me so long to visit this park. It is totally clean quiet serene well apart from the children who might be there over the summer holidays. There's a full on playground with swings and other facilities for children. There's an outdoor gym with decent enough equipment. There's also a some courts for sports. My favourite was a more quiet area like a walkway with plenty of shade and benches to just sit down and people watch I took a picture of this.

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Christine Clark

Christine Clark

7 years ago

My daughter and her partner went for a walk here and told me it was nice. I have never been here before so I decided to walk here to see for myself. It's lovely here. Although the park is surrounded by roads on all four sides, it is so incredibly peaceful. There is everything you could need here: picnic area, tennis courts, kids playground, café, public toilets. In the middle is a massive playing field and round the edge and through the middle are lovely paths to walk.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Clayhall Park

Is Clayhall Park free to visit?

Entry to Clayhall Park is completely free — there are no admission charges, making it a great no-cost option for a family day out.

What ages is Clayhall Park suitable for?

Clayhall Park is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is Clayhall Park dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at Clayhall Park.

Is there parking at Clayhall Park?

Yes, Clayhall Park has on-site parking.

Is there food at Clayhall Park?

Yes — Ice Cream and Tea Parlour is on site at Clayhall Park. Café serving ice cream and tea, operating weather permitting

Is Clayhall Park pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Clayhall Park is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Clayhall Park?

Clayhall Park is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Clayhall Park by public transport?

Clayhall Park isn't on a major public transport route — driving is recommended.
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