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Charlton Park

📍 London, Greater London

★4.4(1,598 Google reviews)💰FreeđŸ‘ļAll ages

Large open park in Charlton featuring a well-equipped playground, skatepark, football pitches, wildflower areas, and a historic house. Free entry and free parking. On-site cafe next to the playground.

✓ Large open park✓ Good playground✓ Skate facilities✓ Historic house✓ Wildflowers✓ Dogs off-lead
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★★★★★Featured review by Laura Litam

Such an amazing park as it is huge. Plenty of space to have a picnic, bikes, skate and there playground is super nice. Well keprt and clean. There are lots of birds around as well as dogs playing.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with mixed ages who want space to spread out — skaters, footballers, and younger playground users can each find their zone. The free entry and parking make it a practical choice for regular visits. Families with young children should be comfortable around a high volume of off-lead dogs throughout the grounds.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Off-street parking is available — drive around the perimeter to locate it
⏰The cafe sits directly next to the playground for easy access during play sessions
đŸŽŸī¸Bring bikes or skates to make use of the large open paths and skate course
🚗Wildflower areas near Charlton House are worth a detour in spring and summer

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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1,598 Google reviews

Open space and variety45%
Playground and skate facilities30%
Wildlife and greenery15%
Dogs throughout10%
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Laura Litam

2 years ago

★★★★★

“Such an amazing park as it is huge. Plenty of space to have a picnic, bikes, skate and there playground is super nice. Well keprt and clean. There are lots of birds around as well as dogs playing.”

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Peter Smithson

a year ago

★★★★★

“A large open park with many facilities such a football pitch areas, children's play area, cafe, skate board course, historic house and so on. Off street parking is useful but not obvious.”

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Mahima Kuruppu

2 years ago

★★★★★

“I recently visited Charlton House which has a beautiful park filled with vibrant wildflowers. It was such a delightful experience! The park had ample space for kids to run around and play. The wildflowers added such a lovely touch to the park's atmosphere and made it feel like a peaceful oasis.”

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Roshan White

2 years ago

★★★★★

“One of my local parts, it's a great park with nice open spaces. Good for taking friends or pets out on walks. And you even get the occasional bit of wildlife to go with! There are better parks than this it must be said, but this one is okay.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Charlton Park covers extensive grounds in south-east London, with a well-maintained playground, a dedicated skate course, football pitch areas, and Charlton House — a historic Jacobean building on the grounds. Wildflower sections add natural interest. The on-site cafe sits adjacent to the playground. Off-street parking exists and requires some searching. Dogs are present throughout, predominantly off-lead.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday00:00 –

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