About Swanley Park
This Kent park delights families with a miniature railway, adventurous zip wire and expansive lake for boating, plus picnic areas, onsite dining and accessible facilities throughout.
What's nearby
- IBO Motors 200m away
- Pembroke Business Centre 250m away
- Global Granite 250m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Swanley Park is an absolutely fantastic place to visit and a real asset to the local community. There is genuinely something for everyone, whether you're looking for a family day out, a peaceful walk, a place for the children to play, or somewhere to enjoy the outdoors. The park is always well maintained, the facilities are excellent, and there are so many activities to enjoy throughout the year. The play areas are brilliant, the boating lake is great fun, and the open green spaces make it the perfect place to relax and unwind. A wonderful community space that brings people together and offers something for all ages. Highly recommended!
· via Google
Great day out with my grandson's. We went there for the Splash pool & picnic as the weather has been so hot. My grandson's loved it. Then we went on the padding boats, they chose the dragon one, again they enjoyed it. Then of to the playground, which is a good size and equipped well. Great place for all ages.
· via Google
Such a beautiful park in the Southeast London. Ample activities to keep kids of all ages engaged for entire day - play zones, rides, splash pool (summers only), mini-train, sand pit, paddling pool and just pure old fun of running around. They have a very nice cafe with good options and ice cream shop and sweet shop. It exceeded all my expectations and I am kicking myself for not visiting this until now and I would definitely be visiting more often. And not to forget, it’s very well maintained and clean. Just amazing place to have fun or a relaxed day, loved it !!
· via Google
It’s a lovely park, tucked away from the main road. If you have mobility issues, young children, or no car, it’s worth taking a cab or Uber, as it’s about a 20-minute walk from the nearest bus stop. There are plenty of play areas and activities for children, including rides, a lake with boat rides and ducks, a swimming area, lovely picnic spots, and scenic walking trails. There’s also a mini train that children can ride. You’ll also find places to eat and drink, plus lots of ice cream options. A lovely spot to enjoy some summer fun.
· via Google
Visitors say this park offers a wide variety of activities for children, including a splash pool, miniature train rides, and a well-maintained playground. They also highlight the excellent value for money, with many activities being budget-friendly or free. Guests mention the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the clean facilities and pleasant atmosphere.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Park, New Barn Road, Swanley, BR8 7PW Get directions
- Category
- Parks & Play Areas
- Guest rating
- 4.5 / 5 (2,975 reviews)
- Suitable for
- Ages 4-12
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Swanley