Explore three expansive open spaces framed by mature trees, featuring a children's play area, sports facilities, and riverside walks along the Lea Navigation.

Millfields Park comprises three large connected green spaces located around Lea Bridge and Chatsworth Road in Hackney, framed by impressive avenues of mature plane and elm trees. The park borders the scenic Lea Navigation, which connects it to neighbouring Springfield Park to the north and Hackney Marshes to the south, creating excellent opportunities for riverside walks and exploration. Families can enjoy a diverse range of activities across the park's amenities. A dedicated children's play area caters to younger visitors, while an outdoor classroom designed for 3 to 5 year olds offers nature-based, child-led learning through play via Forest Grove Hackney. The park also features sports facilities including tennis courts, cricket and football pitches, a basketball court, and a seasonal athletics track, alongside a trim trail with wooden gym apparatus for active play. The park is dog-friendly throughout most areas, though dogs are restricted from the play area and sports facilities. Additional attractions include a community orchard and designated conservation areas, making it an ideal destination for families seeking both structured activities and peaceful natural spaces. With 24-hour access and free entry, Millfields Park welcomes visitors of all ages year-round.

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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natalia bareikis

3 months ago

Park has a magic spot and we found it. Old trees are planted in a circle and that circle carries the energy. Our picnic had a special vibe. Tiny meadow with wild flowers attracted not just bees but myself too.

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Carlos Henao

6 months ago

one of the best coffees I've ever had.

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Terri Suddell

9 months ago

Millfields Park, located in Hackney along the River Lea, is a spacious and tranquil green area popular with walkers, cyclists, and families seeking a peaceful escape from city streets. Spread across East and West Millfields, the park offers wide open fields, mature trees, sports courts, and riverside paths that make it ideal for both relaxation and exercise. Its gentle, community-focused atmosphere is enhanced by playgrounds, dog-friendly areas, and easy access to the canal towpath, creating a versatile outdoor space that feels welcoming year-round.

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Etienne P.

10 months ago

Millfields Park is a rather large green area in East London with public toilets (which is rather rare!), quite a few sport and playground areas and as you’d expect the few benches and trees as most park should have really!

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Karen B

a year ago

This nice, reasonably sized park on the Green Link walking route across London has the river at one end and local shops and street art at the other.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026