# Allensford Country Park, Consett — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > This scenic riverside retreat near Consett features exciting playground equipment for energetic youngsters, peaceful walking trails, and a welcoming café alongside dedicated picnic spots. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/consett/attractions/allensford-country-park (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Lodging 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Allensford Country Park Allensford, Castleside [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9165062015202308408&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Brian Lewins](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/110757456968559264172) **In short:** Allensford Country Park is an attraction in Consett, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 343 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Allensford Country Park This scenic riverside retreat near Consett features exciting playground equipment for energetic youngsters, peaceful walking trails, and a welcoming café alongside dedicated picnic spots. ## What's nearby - Cafe at Inn on the Park - Allensford Park next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance ### Payment - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM ## What visitors say [Jo Mckenna](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112045044627612144289/reviews) ★★★★★ Great park for families with plenty to do. There's a children play park and river. Plenty of space for children to play and picnic. There's a cafe sells ice cream drinks and food. Also a separate place to have meals including Sunday lunches · via Google [Steve Orrock](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103580147242136987825/reviews) ★★★★★ Nice park alongside a shallow in parts river, where the kids can paddle. There is a shop selling coffee etc. and publicly available toilets that are clean. There is also plenty of outside grassed space where you can lie in the sunshine, and picnic tables. Plenty of parking if you go early enough but it did get very busy by the afternoon when we were there. If the weather is good this is a great place to visit. · via Google [will marshall](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107051815583405774641/reviews) ★★★★★ Just stopped in for a break but some amazing improvements over the past few years. Great touring pitch on what was the kids park but that's been moved along and made better. Also a great cafe now so ideal for visitors as a pit stop and the dogs love it · via Google [Emma Heads](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107903325410197450784/reviews) ★★★★★ Really good play equipment. Plenty parking beautifully kept, no rubbish laying around. The river is gorgeous. Bring water shoes as its rocky. Fun all day lovely big field for picnics. Didn't actually stay at the Holiday park just visited for the afternoon. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487dd3d1d4f8a9a9:0xd00e3f1052fc5b24!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Consett [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.8483307%2C-1.8734757) **Category** Parks & Play Areas **Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (343 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Consett [More attractions in Consett](https://staycation.co.uk/consett/attractions) ★ 4.2 (343 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.durham.gov.uk/parksreopening?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01207 218219](tel:01207218219) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Consett **Payment** Contactless **Plus Code** 9C6WR4XG+8J [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487dd3d1d4f8a9a9:0xd00e3f1052fc5b24!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487dd3d1d4f8a9a9:0xd00e3f1052fc5b24!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487dd3d1d4f8a9a9:0xd00e3f1052fc5b24!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Consett Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DConsett%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/consett/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/consett/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Allensford Country Park? Allensford Country Park is open Mon–Sat 9am–5pm; Sun 10am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Allensford Country Park any good? Allensford Country Park is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 343 Google reviews. ### Is Allensford Country Park dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Allensford Country Park. ### Is Allensford Country Park good for children? Yes, Allensford Country Park is listed as good for children. ### Is Allensford Country Park indoors or outdoors? Allensford Country Park is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is Allensford Country Park suitable for? Allensford Country Park suits all ages. ### Is Allensford Country Park wheelchair accessible? Allensford Country Park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### How do I contact Allensford Country Park? Call Allensford Country Park on +44 1207 592566. ## More near Allensford Country Park ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Deneview ★ 4.5 · 0.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/consett/hotels/deneview) - [The Manor House Inn ★ 4.6 · 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shotley-bridge/hotels/the-manor-house-inn) - [Bonners Lodge ★ 4.9 · 3.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/consett/hotels/bonners-lodge) - [The Derwent Arms ★ 4.4 · 4.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/consett/hotels/the-derwent-arms) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Rivers Edge Cottage ★ 4.7 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/rivers-edge-cottage-mlw) - [Barn Owl Cottage 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/barn-owl-cottage-ukc6985) - [Peewit Cottage 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/peewit-cottage-ukc6986) - [Red Kite Cottage 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/red-kite-cottage-ukc6982) ### Campsites nearby - [Allensford Holiday Park ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/camping/allensford-holiday-park) - [Hidden Retreat Glamping ★ 5.0 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/consett/camping/hidden-retreat-glamping) - [Derwent View 2.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/edmundbyers/camping/derwent-view) - [Bolbec Manor Campsite ★ 4.5 · 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/camping/bolbec-manor-campsite) ### Things to do nearby - [Clart About Sensory Cafe ★ 4.7 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/consett/attractions/clart-about-sensory-cafe) - [Lanchester Village Mystery Treasure Trail ★ 4.8 · 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/attractions/lanchester-village-mystery-treasure-trail) - [Hall Hill Farm ★ 4.8 · 4.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lanchester/attractions/hall-hill-farm) - [Hall Hill Playbarn ★ 4.8 · 4.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lanchester/attractions/hall-hill-playbarn)