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Charlton Park

📍 London, Greater London

★4.4(1,605 Google reviews)💰Free👶All ages

Large open park in Charlton featuring a well-equipped playground, skatepark, football pitches, wildflower areas, and a historic house. Free entry and free parking. On-site cafe next to the playground.

✓ Large open park✓ Good playground✓ Skate facilities✓ Historic house✓ Wildflowers✓ Dogs off-lead

🏆 Funzaroo Verdict

Best for families with mixed ages who want space to spread out — skaters, footballers, and younger playground users can each find their zone. The free entry and parking make it a practical choice for regular visits. Families with young children should be comfortable around a high volume of off-lead dogs throughout the grounds.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Off-street parking is available — drive around the perimeter to locate it
⏰The cafe sits directly next to the playground for easy access during play sessions
🎟️Bring bikes or skates to make use of the large open paths and skate course
🚗Wildflower areas near Charlton House are worth a detour in spring and summer

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.4
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1,605 Google reviews

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Laura Litam

3 years ago

★★★★★

“Such an amazing park as it is huge. Plenty of space to have a picnic, bikes, skate and there playground is super nice. Well keprt and clean. There are lots of birds around as well as dogs playing.”

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Peter Smithson

2 years ago

★★★★★

“A large open park with many facilities such a football pitch areas, children's play area, cafe, skate board course, historic house and so on. Off street parking is useful but not obvious.”

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Mahima Kuruppu

3 years ago

★★★★★

“I recently visited Charlton House which has a beautiful park filled with vibrant wildflowers. It was such a delightful experience! The park had ample space for kids to run around and play. The wildflowers added such a lovely touch to the park's atmosphere and made it feel like a peaceful oasis.”

💬 What parents mention

Open space and varietyPlayground and skate facilitiesWildlife and greeneryDogs throughout

Overview

Charlton Park covers extensive grounds in south-east London, with a well-maintained playground, a dedicated skate course, football pitch areas, and Charlton House — a historic Jacobean building on the grounds. Wildflower sections add natural interest. The on-site cafe sits adjacent to the playground. Off-street parking exists and requires some searching. Dogs are present throughout, predominantly off-lead.

🕐 Opening Hours

Sunday00:00 –

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