Parks and Open Spaces in Hoddesdon and Broxbourne
This page gives information on parks and open spaces in Hoddesdon and Broxbourne and the surrounding area, including Cheshunt, which are in alphabetical order by name. Parks are open all year round, unless otherwise stated. If you would like a park added please do get in touch.
Barclay Park: Hoddesdon
Situated on a gentle hillside overlooking an ornamental lake. Facilities include car parking, picnic tables, a duck pond, toilets, easy access pathway and play equipment. There is a free car park for ten vehicles accessible from Cock Lane, Hoddesdon and on street parking is also available along Park View. At Hoddesdon, EN11 8JX.
Broxbourne and Bencroft Woods
Part of Hertfordshire’s only National Nature Reserve (NNR) and also recognised as a Special Area of Conservation of European importance, the Woods are home to a host of woodland wildlife including iconic species. The woods are part of a wider, very large area of Sessile Oak and Hornbeam woodland at the northernmost part of its natural range. Both woods contain protected Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Ancient woodland close to Brickendon Village.
Cedars Park: Cheshunt
Opening times vary throughout the year. Former site of Theobalds Palace close to Waltham Cross. Woodland walks, formal gardens, play maze, ponds, pets’ corner, play trail, an arboretum and a conservation area.
Cheshunt Park
Located approximately five minutes drive from the centre of Cheshunt, the park is easily accessible with plenty of parking, football and basketball areas, refreshment facilities and a play area. Bring a picnic or simply go for a stroll and enjoy the views.
Flamstead End Recreation Ground: Cheshunt
Recreation ground in Cheshunt with football pitches, a basketball court and children’s play area. Also on site is Flamstead End Hall which is owned and operated by Broxbourne Borough Council. Free parking is available at Flamstead End Hall.
Goffs Oak Playing Field
Situated in the heart of Goffs Oak, behind Goffs Oak Village Hall, the park caters for a wide range of sports including tennis, football and basketball. The park also has a play area and a Kickabout Court.
Grundy Park: Cheshunt
Situated behind the Laura Trott Leisure Centre, this park has a kickabout court for those aged over 11 and a play area suitable for younger children. At Cheshunt, EN8 9RJ.
Nightleys Playing Fields: Cheshunt
Sports based play area close to Turnford School, the park offers full size football pitches along side an enclosed play area, kick about court and dirt ramps suitable for BMX biking. At Mill Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 0JX.
Old Highway Recreation Ground: Hoddesdon
Known locally as Rye Park, Old Highway is primarily a recreation ground providing play and sports facilities and a large area of mown grass within a residential area. A tennis club and bowls club are based here, and the bowling green is open for public use from May to September between 1pm and 8pm every day. The park covers 5.06 acres and facilities include car parking, toilets, easy access path, community events, play equipment, adult gym equipment, tennis courts, bowling green, and a Multi-Use Games Area for basketball and football. At Old Hwy, Hoddesdon, EN11 0NU.
Station Road Recreation Ground: Broxbourne
Popular local park close to Broxbourne Station. The park has lots of open space for ball games along with a playground for younger children. In addition, there is a playbuilder site for those aged 8-13 and some dirt ramps for biking. On street parking is available around the park, on Churchfields. At High Road, Broxbourne, EN10 7BS.
Whit Hern Park: Cheshunt
Both beautiful and peaceful, Whit Hern park offers a haven in the Churchgate area of Cheshunt. The park is also home to Whit Hern (Cheshunt) Bowls Club. Parking is available at the Bishops College Car Park, behind the Civic Offices.
Wormley Playing Fields
Great sports facility catering for netball, football and cricket. Home to Wormley Sports Club, Wormley Youth, Wormley FC and Wormley Cricket Club. Church Lane, Wormley, EN10 7QE.
