River Park
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Location
Gordon Road, SO23 7DD (Hyde)
Attractions and facilities
River Park Pavilion
The pavilion looks out across two cricket pitches and placed within a beautiful park setting. The pavilion is a multifunctional space suitable for parties, wellbeing classes, educational groups, in addition to sports pitch hire. Please contact sbookings@winchester.gov.uk If you would like to submit a booking enquiry, please follow the link to our online form or complete and return the attachment.
Grass pitches, outdoor tennis and 3G football pitch hire
The outdoor tennis courts, grass pitches and 3G football pitch are available to hire. Please follow the link to book pay and play sessions and to find out about our annual tennis memberships, or email your enquiries to: sbookings@winchester.gov.uk
Cricket
New, fully enclosed practice nets and stumps available to use within the recreation ground for free. No booking required, just bring your bat and ball to enjoy the facility.
Skate park and Play area
Perimeter path project- 2027
We are committed to providing a diverse range of accessible recreational opportunities in this popular park. The proposals for a permeable perimeter path have been developed in consultation with stakeholders and consultants, from the concept ideas proposed in our adopted River Park Plan. Works on the new path are expected to begin in spring 2027, and subject to us carrying out detailed design and technical and safety assessments, the project will:
• Improve accessibility for walkers, people using buggies or mobility scooters, and those less able to walk on uneven ground
• Reduce grass damage and mud caused by heavy use, especially in winter
• Support informal recreation and health and wellbeing
The proposals will be uploaded on this webpage as soon as they are available and agreed.
Winchester parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event held every Saturday at 9am. There is also a junior parkrun event. For more information, visit: www.parkrun.org.uk/winchester/
Former Leisure Centre Site
For the latest update on the former leisure centre site, visit: www.winchester.gov.uk/former-leisure-centre-site
Disabled access
There are seven disabled parking bays in the car park
The main routes around the park and river are well maintained and fairly flat
There is a disabled toilet opposite the play area
The pavilion is wheelchair friendly
Public transport
The park is around 10 minutes’ walk from the city centre, and around 15 minutes’ walk from Winchester train station
Stagecoach run buses between Winchester and Alresford, Alton, Andover, Bishops Waltham, Eastleigh, Fareham, Petersfield, Romsey, Twyford, Whitchurch and lots of other places in between.
Bluestar run buses between Southampton and Winchester.
Parking
River Park car park, Gordon Road, SO23 7DD. This car park is a Zone 2 park and walk car park.
Toilets
Public toilet facilities are situated opposite the children’s play area
Events
Various annual events take place at River Park, including the annual firework display. For more information on events across the district, visit: www.winchester.gov.uk/events
Report a problem
Report an issue at River Park via our website or email: naturalenvironment@winchester.gov.uk
River Park Plan
The park plan was formally adopted in early 2022. Click here to view the Park Plan, which was developed using the feedback from residents and stakeholder groups.