Enjoy free sports facilities and a brand-new pirate ship play area in this award-winning park with tennis courts, bowling green, and outdoor gym.

Maurice Lea Memorial Park is a multi-purpose community park located in Church Gresley, Swadlincote, offering something for every age and activity level. Originally gifted to the district in 1930 and restored in 2005 with Heritage Lottery funding, the park has been awarded Green Flag status, recognizing its excellent environmental standards and well-maintained facilities. Families can enjoy a diverse range of amenities including a brand-new children's play area featuring a pirate ship (new for 2025), plus a full-size football pitch, kickabout area, three free tennis courts, netball court, bowling green, floodlit multi-use games area, outdoor table tennis, and an outdoor gym. The park also features a fountain and pond, creating a pleasant environment for leisurely walks and picnics. The venue is suitable for all ages from babies upwards, with changing facilities and toilets available. Pushchairs are welcome, and the park is open all day, every day, with park attendants present during extended summer hours. Throughout the year, the park hosts various community events including Junior Park Run and seasonal activities listed in the Parklife leaflet, making it an ideal destination for family outings, sports activities, and outdoor 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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Daffodil

4 months ago

Lots of facilities and a brilliant play park; kept my nephews entertained for 2 hours completely free of charge!

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Angela Wedgbury

6 months ago

Really beautiful park, lots of pretty plants and different trees around the park. Football/basketball courts tennis courts and table tennis tables. Public toilets. And newly refurbished children's play area. Dog friendly, dogs to be kept on lead

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kevin mills

2 years ago

Immaculately kept park. With kids play area, tennis courts, bowls green and football pitches . Some lovely trees , flowers as well as info boards about the history.

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Stephen Pritchard

3 years ago

A nice park which is access friendly to both non and disabled persons. Located in Church Gresley near Swadlincote on Common Road. Well kept pathways, gardens, tennis courts, basket court, football pitch, and children play area. Car parking located on main roads surrounding the park.

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Jeremy Wisner

4 years ago

Lovely, compact park with all that's needed for a restful (or energetic) time. Large grassed open areas, trees, child's play area, tennis, basketball courts, table tennis, five-a-side. Planted borders, bandstand. Also, well maintained, with little evidence of vandalism. A little gem!

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026