Address: Paddenswick Rd, London, W6 0UA, United Kingdom
Phone: +442087483020
Rating: 4.5
based on 214 reviews.
Accessibility
Pros:
"Very close access to Ravenscourt Park tube station."
"It's easily reached by tube (Ravenscourt park station) or 94, 237, 266, 27 bus plus several others."
"Nearest tube stations are Ravenscourt Park and Stamford Brook."
"In close proximity to Chiswick, Hammersmith, the River Thames."
"Parking is free at the weekends."
Cons:
"Isn't well lit in late evenings and night. Not many services inside."
"The average London Park, looked at some photos before visiting and was expecting lovely sights but it is literally a small pond with some basic greenery around."
"Pats needs to be repaired. I'm using wheelchair after spinal cord injury, and it is not pleasant to ride through those holes in asphalt."
Facilities
Pros:
"Great public toilet, placed right in the middle of it, so they are easily accessible from anywhere you are in the park!"
"Children's playground & basketball court are also available."
"Furnished with basketball courts, tennis courts, an astroturf football pitch."
"Also has enclosed sections which are perfect if you have a picnic with young children as they, can't wonder off."
"Great play areas for kids and dogs or sport (tennis, basket, football, large grass areas also)."
"There are tennis courts, all weather football pitch and a bowling green as well as two large playpens for children."
"Really good neighbourhood park with sports facilities (tennis courts, pitches, basketball hoops), children's play areas, open spaces and a very pretty duck pond."
Cons:
"Now apparently you have to book 1.5 hours slot to enjoy the paddling pool 😖… and only 30 children… you must have fell on your head!!!"
"Public toilets which aren't that great."
"Play area hasn’t been changed at all since I was a kid."
"Football pitch is still old style sand astro which is simply horrible to play on, you slide about constantly and can’t play properly."
"Basketball court is just concrete, should be soft ground at least."
"Some playground items are a bit rundown and no one seems to look after them."
"Why is the paddling pool closed that's the only good thing here for kids was so disappointed traveled all the way here only for the paddlington pool in the summer."
Atmosphere
Pros:
"Amazing range of playgrounds and playfields."
"Very massive, clean and beautiful park where families, friends and couples can come and spend a wonderful time."
"Safe and gorgeous place to go."
"This wonderful Park that I've used for many years is a peaceful retreat from the hectic and busy surrounding area."
"A beautiful open peaceful place."
"Wonderful family friendly park. Big and spacious for everybody to enjoy there day."
"Little piece of paradise in the middle of busy city."
Cons:
"This poor park has taken a battering through lockdowns, the grass lawn is so patchy."
"But seen multiple groups of people that I would not wish being around, alcohol, smoking weed, acting loudly, puking near the bushes... seems that it is their regular meeting point."
"Being London it's a cosmopolitan place and unfortunately some people don't properly respect this communal asset."
"But sadly it has not been well looked after as some of the grass has disappeared leaving earth patches in some places."
"Well, it’s a nice park good for families and children but it becomes unsafe for young people due to the gangs fro Shepherd’s Bush that hang around that area."
"Only problem is the park is becoming overrun with new dog owners and their lockdown puppies adding to the already large population of experienced dog walkers."
"I feel that the bushes need to be cut back to aid visibility and that back gate needs to be secured or have a more child safe lock."
Events & Activities
Pros:
"They often put on various events during the year. I attended the firework display which I enjoyed, but no bonfire."
"I love that they occasionally host events and free gatherings."
"There are a lot of events going on over there; I went to a yoga class inside the green house."
"Had a really lovely time at a community event."
"Holds a fireworks display every year on bonfire night minus the bonfire."
"The Guy Fawkes fireworks, laid on by the local council, are among the best in London."
"I saw Elvis on the pop up Movie Screen in the summer, bring a picnic blanket and snacks!"
Cons:
"For the price paid felt a little disappointed especially as had gone with whole family and grandson who was looking forward to a big display, he came away disappointed."
"However, it needed more planning as the lights were barely visible and missing the wow factor."
"Been there a few times when they had fireworks display but this year it was more of a light show and pyrotechnics no fireworks to speak of."
"The funfare stuff is a bit much. I understand it's fun for the children but I'm 25 and I want to play in the waterballs."
Food & Beverage
Pros:
"Don't miss a pistachio & coconut cake at this lovely coffee hut."
"A little cafe with their freshly made cakes and lunch and the garden center coffee with the best chocolate."
"I had the pleasure of visiting Tea House Ravenscourt Park recently and I was incredibly impressed."
"Last but not least, there's a nice little cafe onsite."
"Went to the newly reopened Padenswick Cafe... what a lovely surprise!"
Cons:
"Cafe small, so bring picnic!"
"The cafe area is sufficient and the coffee is not too bad. The food could be a little more varied."
"The icecream scoops aren't very generous but it's reflected in the very affordable London price."
"The tea-house is just as I recall, albeit somewhat pricier."