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Compass Gardens

South Woodham Ferrers, United Kingdom•4.6(93)•City Park, Playground

Enjoy a spacious green space combining sports facilities, beautiful gardens, and play areas perfect for families with children of all ages.

Saltcoats Park and Compass Gardens offers a versatile destination for families seeking outdoor recreation and natural beauty in Chelmsford. The venue combines dedicated sports facilities with well-maintained green spaces and horticultural features, including the attractive Compass Gardens section with its seasonal plantings. Families can enjoy open spaces for play and relaxation, with amenities suitable for visitors of all ages from babies upwards. The site is dog-friendly, making it ideal for families with pets, and features pushchair-friendly pathways for those with younger children. Free entry ensures accessibility for all visitors. The park's dual nature—balancing active sports pursuits with peaceful garden environments—makes it suitable for families looking to combine leisure activities with nature appreciation. Whether visiting for casual play, walking, or enjoying the landscaped gardens, Saltcoats Park and Compass Gardens provides a welcoming outdoor environment for the whole family.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 00:00 – 23:59
Tuesday: 00:00 – 23:59
Wednesday: 00:00 – 23:59
Thursday: 00:00 – 23:59
Friday: 00:00 – 23:59
Saturday: 00:00 – 23:59
Sunday: 00:00 – 23:59

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
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Google Reviews

4.6(93 reviews)
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Jim Bob

Jim Bob

5 months ago

Best park to teach your kids to cycle I've found. Struggled building my boys confidence to get him cycling this park solved it, nice flat ground and paved/tarmac circles so they can just keep going round and get some time pedalling without stopping and starting

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Glenn Hockley

Glenn Hockley

11 months ago

A lovely open space with a memorial garden, kids park, skate park, cricket, rugby and football fields with easy parking. Love taking my daughter here to get some fresh air, play in the park or walk around the fields which have easy access to the rive banks nearby. Phoebe's Pantry has a van here serving cakes, savory pastries and coffee at weekends which make it a nice morning trip for us all.

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K GS

K GS

11 months ago

A very ideal park when exploring the other places of Chelmsford. In every green area, there are many parts where you can have picnics, play games & have dog walks, you can even do anything on the soccer grounds & even displays like big anchors. You can find a smooth skate park, just like in Central Park. And there is a basketball area, although it is aged but you do not have to replace it - keep it till its had it. It seems every park needs a park gym & we have a full set where you can break record's for how long you run. And, that was a very perfect playground which has everything like bouncers, roundabouts, swings, jungle gym & a zip wire. Have a good time there.

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Steven Aldridge

Steven Aldridge

a year ago

Lovely park, nice views. There’s outdoor gym equipment and a nice playground. Good for a walk & free car park.

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Marco C

Marco C

4 years ago

Lovely clean grounds. Great views. Easy flat walk. Water and bird life to view. Dogs enjoy the area too. Lots of play grounds and fields.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Compass Gardens

Is Compass Gardens free to visit?

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

What ages is Compass Gardens suitable for?

Compass Gardens is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is Compass Gardens dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Compass Gardens.

Is there parking at Compass Gardens?

Yes — Compass Gardens has on-site parking, plus additional parking nearby.

Is there food at Compass Gardens?

Compass Gardens doesn't have food on site — bring snacks or grab something nearby.

Is Compass Gardens pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Compass Gardens 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 Compass Gardens?

Compass Gardens is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Compass Gardens by public transport?

Compass Gardens is well-served by public transport.
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