# Swanley Park — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > 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. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/swanley/attractions/swanley-park (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Park 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Swanley Park New Barn Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17421657547023854351&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Denis Chick](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/104757315311573211645) **In short:** Swanley Park is a park in Swanley, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2,975 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## 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 [Brad Beams](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111628801704954344371/reviews) ★★★★★ 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 [inci sonmez](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102206782155109998163/reviews) ★★★★★ 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 [Nisha Gabhane](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105696459757157041676/reviews) ★★★★★ 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 [Shalatel](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108970617748734502021/reviews) ★★★★★ 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 [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d8ad92023fb2f5:0xf1c6293c30dc2b0f!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) 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](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.4061444%2C0.1711185) **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 [More attractions in Swanley](https://staycation.co.uk/swanley/attractions) ★ 4.5 (2,975 reviews) [Visit official website](https://swanleytowncouncil.gov.uk/swanley-park/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01322 665855](tel:01322665855) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Swanley **Postcode** BR8 7PW **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9F32C54C+FC [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47d8ad92023fb2f5:0xf1c6293c30dc2b0f!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8ad92023fb2f5:0xf1c6293c30dc2b0f!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8ad92023fb2f5:0xf1c6293c30dc2b0f!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Swanley Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Swanley Park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Swanley Park? Yes: paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Swanley Park? Call Swanley Park on +44 1322 668415. ## More near Swanley Park ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Premier Inn Swanley ★ 4.0 · 0.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/swanley/hotels/premier-inn-swanley) - [Rowhill Grange Hotel & Utopia Spa ★ 4.0 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dartford/hotels/rowhill-grange-hotel-utopia-spa) - [Ruxley Rooms ★ 3.3 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/sidcup/hotels/ruxley-rooms) - [PAVILION ORPINGTON Hotel & Lounge Bar ★ 4.3 · 2.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/hotels/pavilion-orpington-hotel-lounge-bar) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Mulberry House 0.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/sevenoaks/cottages/mulberry-house-uk51518) - [Kingsley Cottage 2.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dartford/cottages/kingsley-cottage-uk30760) - [Foots Cray Mansion 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bexley/cottages/foots-cray-mansion-uk35209) - [Yew Tree Cottage 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dartford/cottages/yew-tree-cottage-syk1160229) ### Campsites nearby - [Beck Evans Farm ★ 3.4 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/sidcup/camping/beck-evans-farm) - [East Hill Farm Caravan Park (Redcar Estates) ★ 4.2 · 5.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/camping/east-hill-farm-caravan-park-redcar-estates) - [Abbey Wood Experience Freedom Glamping ★ 4.7 · 5.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/camping/abbey-wood-experience-freedom-glamping-london) - [Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Site ★ 4.7 · 6.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/camping/abbey-wood-caravan-and-motorhome-club-site) ### Things to do nearby - [Swanley New Barn Railway ★ 4.7 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/swanley/attractions/swanley-new-barn-railway) - [Flumes, Treasure Island and Activities at White Oak Leisure Centre ★ 4.1 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/swanley/attractions/flumes-treasure-island-and-activities-at-white-oak-leisure-centre) - [Pumpkin Picking at Stanhill Farm ★ 4.6 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dartford/attractions/pumpkin-picking-at-stanhill-farm) - [Pumpkin Picking at Stonehill Farm 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/horam/attractions/pumpkin-picking-at-stonehill-farm)