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Green Lane Recreation Ground

πŸ“ New Malden, Greater London

β˜…4.3(322 Google reviews)πŸ’°FreeπŸ‘ΆAll ages

Local recreation ground in New Malden with a dedicated toddler play area, coffee shop on site, and free fishing access along the Hogsmill River. Multiple entry points from Green Lane, Franks Avenue, and the Rose Walk bridge.

βœ“ Toddler playgroundβœ“ On-site coffee shopβœ“ Hogsmill River fishingβœ“ Nature walk access
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Playground, football, Hogsmill River fishing Information about fishing on the River Hogsmill, Green Lane Recreation Ground, including fishery locations, species present, ticket types and fishery managers. Check out our Kingston Fishing Guide. A small river stretches through Kingston and offers free fishing in the park. To view the council’s website for this location, see www.Kingston.gov.uk

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Best for families with toddlers who want a low-key local outing with a coffee stop included. The Hogsmill River adds genuine interest for older children and adults who fish. Plan around the absence of toilets β€” it limits how long families with young children can stay comfortably.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘No toilets on site β€” plan visits accordingly, especially with young children
⏰Hogsmill River fishing is free β€” check Kingston Council's fishing guide for details
🎟️Enter via Rose Walk bridge to combine the visit with a short nature walk
πŸš—Coffee shop is on site for refreshments

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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4.3
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322 Google reviews

Good toddler play facilities40%
Coffee shop on site30%
River fishing access20%
Off-leash dog problems10%
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JiminKimκΉ€μ§€λ―Ό

a year ago

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β€œPlayground, football, Hogsmill River fishing Information about fishing on the River Hogsmill, Green Lane Recreation Ground, including fishery locations, species present, ticket types and fishery managers. Check out our Kingston Fishing Guide. A small river stretches through Kingston and offers free fishing in the park. To view the council’s website for this location, see www.Kingston.gov.uk”

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Sara Bailey

5 months ago

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β€œLovely playground with lots for toddlers to play on. There’s also a great little coffee shop!”

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Gordon Head

5 months ago

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β€œLovely walks and play park.. shame dog owners cant control their dogs .. minus one football”

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Daniel Kelly

5 years ago

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β€œLovely play park & nice big field. No toilets though.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Green Lane Recreation Ground includes a playground with toddler-focused equipment, a football area, and Hogsmill River running along its perimeter with free fishing access. An on-site coffee shop serves visitors. The site is accessible from Green Lane, Franks Avenue, and via a bridge from the Rose Walk Nature Reserve. There are no on-site toilet facilities, and off-leash dogs are a recurring issue around the play area.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday00:00 –

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