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Playground · Richmond

Avebury Park

A playful mix of park, gardens, and nature-filled discovery

At a glance

Playground
Richmond
Paddling pool
Some shade
Dogs on lead

Why go?

A playful mix of park, gardens, and nature-filled discovery

Avebury Park offers a small playground, a summer paddling pool, and two nearby nature play areas—all set among beautiful gardens and shady trees. With Riverlution Café on-site and plenty of space to explore, it’s an easy spot to spend a relaxed morning or afternoon.

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Good to know

Before you go.

Some shade

Large trees provide some shade.

Dogs on lead

Dogs are allowed but must be kept on lead.

Café onsite

With Riverlution Café on-site and plenty of space to explore, it’s an easy spot to spend a relaxed morning or afternoon.

Toilets onsite

Toilets are available near the main playground.

Underfoot

Across from the main playground is a second nature play area with a mud kitchen, small hut, tunnel through the trees, and natural paths to follow.

Worth finding

The playground at Avebury Park is compact but well-loved.

The details

What you'll find.

Age & suitability

Who it works well for.

  • Pram friendly

  • Good for over 5s

  • Good for under 5s

Play equipment

Everything to play on.

  • Infant swings

  • Slides

  • Spinning top

  • Swings

  • Paddling pool

Facilities

Facilities at a glance.

  • Drinking fountain

  • Nearby food & drink

  • On street parking

  • Picnic areas

  • Picnic tables

  • Rubbish bins

  • Seating

  • Toilets

Take a look around

See the place.

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Getting there

Plan your arrival.

Destination
Avebury Park
Richmond
Finding the start

Behind the playground you’ll find the community gardens—an ideal space for nature play and open-ended exploration.

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