Embankment Gardens and Russell Park
Bedford, Bedfordshire
View on Google MapsPhoto: Nathan Fisher
These adjoining Bedford green spaces offer children's play areas and riverside walks along the Great Ouse, perfect for active family outings in the heart of town.
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Opening hours
- Monday
- Open 24 hours
- Tuesday
- Open 24 hours
- Wednesday
- Open 24 hours
- Thursday
- Open 24 hours
- Friday
- Open 24 hours
- Saturday
- Open 24 hours
- Sunday
- Open 24 hours
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
A spacious park with various rivers and waterways running though it. Plenty of recreational activities for people of all ages. The annual Bedford River festival is a huge event that spreads across the open spaces and river banks of this amazing space.
a month ago · via Google
I was with children aged 5 and 9yrs and had a dog with me.The playground was super for children of various ages with varied equipment something to suit all ages.The are plenty of wide open spaces for walking the dog. An ice cream van was present on the day I visited with a good selection of ices at resonable prices.There is a small outdoor cafe but I didn't use this. The park is close to the Embankment of the River Ouze offering the chance for a lovely stroll with many ducks geese and swans along with another cafe offering snacks and beverages.
3 months ago · via Google
Lovely little setting, kids really enjoyed the park and walk over the bridges, would recommend highly on a sunny day. Suitable for all ages and great for a cheap family trip.
a year ago · via Google
This is the local park (along with Priory Country Park) for anyone living in east Bedford. I've included pictures of the Embankment, the Boating Lake and the river as they are so close but Russell Park itself is already full to the brim with lovely walks, an extensive playground (with an accessible section), The Kiosk that serves wonderful smoothies and has public toilets, and a mini golf. A lot of events are held here (Bedford Running Festival, main act at the River Festival, amusements, etc.) and it's the perfect spot for a summer picnic, an autumn leaf-focused romp, a winter stroll or a spring wildlife watching exercise.
a year ago · via Google
Visitors say this park features a spacious and well-equipped playground with apparatus suitable for all ages, including wheelchair users. They also highlight the beautiful green spaces, river access with ducks and geese, and the presence of a cafe with reasonably priced food and drinks. Guests mention the park is clean and tidy, offering a great atmosphere for all.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 3RH Get directions
- Category
- Parks & Play Areas
- Guest rating
- 4.5 / 5 (2,669 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Bedford