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Lightwoods Park and House

πŸ“ Bearwood, West Midlands

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β˜…4.4(2,383 Google reviews)

Best for families who want green space to spread out and a picnic, set around a restored Grade II house with the formal Shakespeare Gardens to wander.

βœ“ Spacious green parkβœ“ Playground and skate parkβœ“ House food and drinkβœ“ Good for picnics

πŸ† Funzaroo Verdict

This suits families who want space to roam, with a playground to keep little ones busy and a skate park alongside, plus a house serving food and drink for a longer visit. Those driving should plan around the small car park, though nearby streets offer close alternatives.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Use nearby residential streets if the small car park is full
⏰Arrive earlier in the day, as the car park closes in the evening
🎟️Bring a blanket, as seating is dotted about but there is no dedicated picnic shelter
πŸš—Budget for the house food, which parents found pricey

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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Bethany Harvey

10 months ago

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β€œWe had our wedding at Lightwoods and it was absolutely amazing. We couldn’t have asked for a better venue. The staff were incredibly kind and helpful and truly made our day so special. The manager was especially lovely and supportive throughout. At the end of the night, the staff cleaned up all our tables and carefully packed everything away into our boxes, which made collecting everything the next day so easy and stress-free. The whole day was perfect, and the venue itself is absolutely beautiful. We couldn’t recommend Lightwoods enough. Skate park was amazing along with the gardens and staff made sure the accessible ramp was fixed before our wedding due to us having guests who required it.”

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kelly bravo

10 months ago

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β€œGreat looking park..just off the main busy Hagley road. Its huge..paths enable walking and cycling all around the park. Lovely bandstand, skate park, playground and toilets.”

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AJMAL KAZMI

a year ago

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β€œLight Wood Park is a fantastic place to relax and enjoy nature! The park is beautifully maintained, with plenty of open green spaces, walking trails, and trees that provide a peaceful escape from the busy surroundings. It’s perfect for families, joggers, or anyone who just wants to unwind outdoors. The children’s play area is well-equipped and safe, keeping the little ones entertained for hours. There’s also plenty of seating scattered around, making it ideal for picnics or simply sitting back and soaking in the scenery. What I really appreciate is how clean and inviting the park feels, with bins conveniently placed to encourage visitors to keep it that way. It’s clear that a lot of care goes into its upkeep.”

πŸ“Š Commonly mentioned in Google reviews

Based on Google review tags

Friendly staff

65 reviews

Skate park

47 reviews

Playground

46 reviews

Tea room

40 reviews

Shakespeare garden

22 reviews

Overview

Nearly 12 hectares of parkland brought back to life by a lottery-funded restoration, with room to kick a ball, spread a picnic blanket or walk the dog between the trees. The Grade II listed house anchors it all, with 1000 Trades serving meals and grab-and-go coffee inside, and the formal Shakespeare Gardens give you a quieter corner to amble through.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday09:00-18:00
Tuesday09:00-18:00
Wednesday09:00-18:00
Thursday09:00-18:00
Friday09:00-18:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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