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Worth Park Gardens

Crawley, United Kingdom•4.6(771)•Botanical Garden, City Park

Explore formal Victorian gardens, scenic lake, arboretum and meadows with free 24-hour access and on-site café at this restored historic park.

Worth Park is a beautifully restored historic garden featuring formal gardens, a Victorian fountain, and an extensive arboretum surrounding a peaceful lake. The park's diverse landscape includes wildflower meadows designed for biodiversity, well-maintained croquet lawns, and tennis courts, offering varied recreational activities for visitors of all ages. The park is open 24 hours a day and provides excellent visitor facilities including toilets and parking at Ridleys Court visitor centre. Ridleys café serves quality coffee, hot drinks, cakes, snacks and sandwiches from a converted horsebox, making it ideal for families wanting refreshments during their visit. Worth Park offers more than just scenic walks. The venue hosts several community activities including a gardening club (Wednesdays), a costume group recreating authentic period dress (Thursdays), and guided health walks. The flat terrain and easy walking routes make it accessible for pushchairs and families with young children, while older children and adults can enjoy exploring the extensive grounds, lake and arboretum at their own pace.
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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

☕ Food & Drink

Ridleys café

Café serving quality coffee, hot drinks, cakes, snacks and sandwiches from a converted horsebox

Google Reviews

4.6(771 reviews)
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Hebe Wong

Hebe Wong

3 months ago

This place is well managed by the gardening team who is competent and committed to integrating the ideas of eco-friendliness and sustainability in the whole garden, blending the modern horticulture ideas in such a historical place in a seamless and beautiful way.

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Lorraine Tippett

Lorraine Tippett

3 months ago

The gardens are lovely. There are a lot of specimen trees from the time when there was a large family home on the site. The old part that remains is great to see and look beautiful. The public toilets are always very clean and the onsite coffee wagon with delicious food is a bonus. Plus a short walk across the gardens takes you to a mature lake with plenty of wildlife.

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Marion McGuire

Marion McGuire

a year ago

A beautiful Victorian Garden, nice and quiet. Well maintained grounds. I haven't been to the coffee shop yet, but I understand the coffee is refreshing with lots of goodies to enjoy while listening to birds chirping away. A must try...

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Alan Amesbury

Alan Amesbury

3 years ago

A lovely little park, we've only lived in Horley for 30 years and didn't even know of this place. Well maintained and easy access to walk around the lake, a heavenly place to live however the housing estates surrounding the gardens which were once part of a private estate spoils the beauty. Car park spaces are limited.

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Greatgatsby

Greatgatsby

3 years ago

Very open lovely garden's, place was built during victorian times. Great place to come and walk the dog or simply time to ones self. Free plus parking (limited) and toilet facilities including disabled. Tea/coffee wagon out the front with some seating, there are plenty of places in the gardens too. Well kept and no littering anywhere. Busy times are between 11am and 1pm check on Google before going because parking could become difficult, but people leave all the time so shouldn't have to wait long if you do.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Worth Park Gardens

Is Worth Park Gardens free to visit?

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

What ages is Worth Park Gardens suitable for?

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

Is Worth Park Gardens dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Worth Park Gardens.

Is there parking at Worth Park Gardens?

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

Is there food at Worth Park Gardens?

Yes — Ridleys café is on site at Worth Park Gardens. Café serving quality coffee, hot drinks, cakes, snacks and sandwiches from a converted horsebox

Is Worth Park Gardens pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Worth Park 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 Worth Park Gardens?

Worth Park Gardens is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Worth Park Gardens by public transport?

Worth Park Gardens is well-served by public transport.

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