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Farnborough Recreation Ground/Tugmutton Common

๐Ÿ“ Orpington, Greater London

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โ˜…4.4(144 Google reviews)๐Ÿ’ฐFree๐Ÿ‘ถAll ages

Large open green space in Orpington combining playground equipment with rope climbing and slides, an outdoor gym for adults, cricket practice nets, and generous room for ball games and dog walking.

โœ“ Large open spaceโœ“ Outdoor gymโœ“ Cricket netsโœ“ Dog friendlyโœ“ Free parkingโœ“ Good for older kids

๐Ÿ† Funzaroo Verdict

Best suited for families with children aged 5 and over who can use rope climbing and slide equipment independently, plus parents who want outdoor exercise alongside them. The outdoor gym lets adults work out as kids play.

โ„น๏ธ What to Know Before You Go

๐Ÿ’กBring a ball or frisbee - the large open space is ideal for games and the equipment alone may not hold toddlers long
โฐUse the outdoor gym as children play on nearby equipment
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธCricket nets suit older children and adults for sports practice
๐Ÿš—Dog-friendly throughout the park grounds

๐Ÿ’ฌ What Families Are Saying

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144 Google reviews

G Reviews from Google

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Laura F.

2 years ago

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โ€œVery nice green space with playground for kids, gym area and lots of space to walk, play sports and take your dog for sports.โ€

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Zeynep

9 years ago

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โ€œIts very nice park. It has lovely playground for kids as well.โ€

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Devender Koppula

7 years ago

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โ€œIf you want to give a break for kids from continuously watching/playing on digital devices, you can take them to this play area..they can enjoy rope clmbing and slide..you have some open fixed gym equipment as well..โ€

๐Ÿ’ฌ What parents mention

Spacious green open spacePlayground and gym facilitiessparse options for toddlers

Overview

Farnborough Recreation Ground spans a wide green expanse next to Orpington Hospital, offering free access to playground equipment including rope climbing frames and slides, a fixed outdoor gym area, and cricket practice facilities. The open space suits ball sports, dog walking, and general family outdoor time. Free parking is available on site. Equipment skews toward older children - one small slide serves younger toddlers.

๐Ÿ• Opening Hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
SundayOpen 24 hours

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