Place to explore / Gosforth
Gosforth Central Park
Swings, slides, climbing equipment and space for a picnic just off Gosforth High Street.
- Where
- Gosforth Central Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1AA
About this outing
Gosforth Central Park combines a play area for under-fourteens with lawns for informal ball games and picnics, a basketball court, two tennis courts and table tennis. Explore the lime-lined paths, wildflower meadow and wildlife pond. The council describes the footpath network as suitable for prams and wheelchairs. Toilets and the nearest car park are in Gosforth Shopping Centre, not promised inside the park. Buses stop on Gosforth High Street / Church Road; South Gosforth is the nearest Metro. Bring your own picnic or use the High Street’s cafés.
Plan your visit
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Guides & inspiration
Gosforth with kids: books, play and wildlife
Plan a family outing in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne: Central Park, books and toys at the library, theatre activities and Gosforth Nature Reserve.