3 Best Parks in Durham, UK

“Riverside Park is home to Chester-le-Street Bowling Club, which is always keen to welcome newcomers to the game. The park has been awarded a Green Flag Award. These awards recognise well-managed parks and open spaces for all to enjoy. Riverside Park is a great place for children and offers a view of the pond and the grassland meadow. The greens are open to the public during the summer months. There are several accessible parking bays at the park. The park is fully accessible for people with disabilities, and the paths around the park are accessible to visitors of all abilities. Dogs are allowed off their leads along the riverside walk areas. Riverside Park has ample parking facilities. You can drive into the park's car park at any time, and there is 24-hour access to the park.

“Wharton Park features recreational amenities such as a large children’s playground and facilities for sporting events. The park has outdoor separate playgrounds for toddlers and older children. Wharton Park is a secure and pleasant space for people to visit for picnics. The park has wheelchair access. Wharton Park has been awarded the Green Flag Award. These awards recognise well-managed parks and open spaces for all to enjoy. A designated barbecue area is situated on the grassed area next to The Way sculpture, near the picnic benches in Wharton Park. Wharton Park welcomes responsible dog owners and their dogs.

“Coxhoe Park is a small urban park in the village of Coxhoe. The park is easy to reach, with plenty of paths to walk on and benches to sit and relax. The park has tennis courts, volleyball courts, and an outdoor staging ground to support large concerts and special events. The park has a grassy recreation space with a large adventure playground. In addition to its sporting facilities, Coxhoe Park has a BMX/skate zone, games area, children's play area, sensory garden, and Willow Wisp conservation area. The park provides designated areas for informal play and serves as the venue for organised events such as school holiday activities, village carnivals, and fairs.