# Bitts Park, Carlisle — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > A green space perfect for family picnics with a playground for children, though facilities are limited. Snacks can be purchased on-site and parking is accessible from Dacre Road. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/attractions/bitts-park (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Park 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Bitts Park Parking off Dacre Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=74505334010443544&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Berto](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116080122500610509133) **In short:** Bitts Park is a park in Carlisle, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 254 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Bitts Park A green space perfect for family picnics with a playground for children, though facilities are limited. Snacks can be purchased on-site and parking is accessible from Dacre Road. ## What's nearby - Cumbria's Museum of Military Life 200m away - Carlisle Castle 250m away - The Sands Centre 300m away - Carlisle Cathedral 400m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance ### Payment - ✓Debit cards Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## 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 [H L D](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111402500549677636113/reviews) ★★★★★ SkyGlow Music Festival @ Bitts Park. 02/05/26 was nice to see the hot air balloons here and stunt bikers. Plenty of fun fair rides and food/drinks mobile catering units. · via Google [Samuel](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104557552824908983483/reviews) ★★★★★ Bitts Park is one pf the best places to spent time. The moment you walk in the park feels clean, open and very well maintained. The path ways are smooth and spacious, perfect for waling, running, cycling and even for relaxed stroll along the river. The river side route is specially peaceful and scenic you get a nice mix of greenery, flowing water and plenty of spots to sit and enjoy the view. The gardens are well kept throughout the year and there's always something nice to see no matter the season. The larger lawn areas are great for picnic, playing ball with kids or just relaxing on sunny day. The children area is big highlight. It has plenty of equipment's, feel safe and is big enough to handle busy weekends without feeling overcrowded. Families seems to love it. Another that stands out is that how accessible the park is. It's right next to the city center yet feels calm and away from noise. There's good parking nearby, toilets' not too far. Overall Bitts Park is genuinely relaxing clean and enjoyable place for anyone - families, dog walkers, runners or anyone looking quiet break. One of Carlisle's best public spaces and always worth a visit. · via Google [Kerry Jordan](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112091220561927954863/reviews) ★★★★★ Visited on a sunny April day and it was glorious. An array of tulips, a wild garlic walk and all under the watchful eye of the ruins. Only issue was parking, the free car park was closed off, the main one the parking meter wasn't working, the payment online was faulty so ended up having to text and go through the automated system. · via Google [Rhys Campbell](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115218138122540477161/reviews) ★★★★★ Amazing park. Good for playing on the playground or having a river stroll. Very busy playground on hot days. Playground has a small splash area and sandpit, along with tunnel slide, swings and more. Have seen grey squirrels (which drop spiky conkers in autumn), lots of rooks, grey heron, little egret and more. Also a short trail for children with instruments to play on. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487d1b6a59e27255:0x108b234df907718!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) People say this park offers a well-maintained playground with a splash area and sandpit, along with spacious pathways perfect for walking, running, and cycling. Visitors also highlight the peaceful riverside route and well-kept gardens, which are enjoyable year-round. They also appreciate the park's accessibility, convenient parking, and clean restrooms. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Dacre Road, Carlisle, CA3 8UZ [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.8982331%2C-2.9385370) **Category** Parks & Play Areas **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (254 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Carlisle [More attractions in Carlisle](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/attractions) ★ 4.7 (254 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.carlisle.gov.uk/Residents/Leisure/Parks-and-Open-Spaces/bitts-park-ca3-8ul?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01228 591628](tel:01228591628) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Carlisle **Postcode** CA3 8UZ **Plus Code** 9C6VV3X6+7H [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487d1b6a59e27255:0x108b234df907718!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487d1b6a59e27255:0x108b234df907718!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487d1b6a59e27255:0x108b234df907718!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Carlisle Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Yes: free car park, paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Bitts Park? Call Bitts Park on 01228 591628. ## More near Bitts Park ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Crown & Mitre Hotel ★ 4.1 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/hotels/crown-mitre-hotel) - [Cartref Guest House ★ 4.8 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/hotels/cartref-guest-house) - [Brooklyn House ★ 4.4 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/hotels/brooklyn-house) - [Ashleigh House ★ 5.0 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/hotels/ashleigh-house) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Stanwix Cottage ★ 5.0 · 0.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cumberland/cottages/stanwix-cottage-uk39902) - [Fern Lee 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cumberland/cottages/fern-lee-syk1129683) - [Rosehip 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cumberland/cottages/rosehip-ukc9157) - [Knoll House 2.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cumberland/cottages/knoll-house-ukc9190) ### Campsites nearby - [Dalston Leisure Certificated Location ★ 4.3 · 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cumbria/camping/dalston-leisure-certificated-location) - [Dalston Hall Holiday Park & Golf Club ★ 4.5 · 3.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/camping/dalston-hall-holiday-park-golf-club) - [Green Acres Caravan Park ★ 4.8 · 3.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/camping/green-acres-caravan-park) - [Green Meadows Country Park ★ 4.1 · 3.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cumbria/camping/green-meadows-country-park) ### Things to do nearby - [Cumbrias Museum of Military Life ★ 4.7 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/attractions/cumbrias-museum-of-military-life) - [Carlisle Castle ★ 4.4 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/attractions/carlisle-castle) - [Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery ★ 4.6 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/attractions/tullie-house-museum-and-art-gallery) - [The Sands Leisure Centre ★ 4.3 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/attractions/the-sands-leisure-centre)