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Victoria Park Leicester

Leicester, Leicestershire · 4.5 · 4,853 visitor reviews

Leicester, LE1 7RY

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About

Victoria Park is one of the most beautiful open spaces for families to visit in Leicester. The park is well-maintained, with a number of play areas to keep your little explorers entertained. Take a walk under the trees and admire the beautiful flowerbeds while the kids enjoy the freedom to run around and play.

Feeling sporty? Victoria Park offers lots of family-friendly sports features, including bowling green, tennis and basketball courts, football and rugby pitches and an outdoor gym. Also, the park is popular in the local community for hosting exciting kid-friendly events throughout the year.

The main sight in Victoria Park is the stunning Victoria Park Cenotaph, a giant memorial arch built to commemorate the fallen World War I soldiers. There’s also a small Rock Memorial celebrating the American soldiers who had been based in Leicester before they took part in the D Day landings.

Good for: all ages, babies toddlers, older children, teenagers, young children

Facilities

  • Toilets
  • Baby Changing
  • Dog Friendly
  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible Entrance

Prices

Free entry

Opening times

Monday: Open 24 hours Tuesday: Open 24 hours Wednesday: Open 24 hours Thursday: Open 24 hours Friday: Open 24 hours Saturday: Open 24 hours Sunday: Open 24 hours

Common questions

Is Victoria Park Leicester free to visit?

Yes, Victoria Park is a public park that's free to visit. It's one of the most beautiful open spaces for families in Leicester.

Is Victoria Park Leicester open 24 hours?

Yes, the park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can visit any time that suits your family.

What can families do at Victoria Park Leicester?

Families can enjoy play areas, sports facilities including bowling green, tennis and basketball courts, football and rugby pitches, and an outdoor gym. The park also hosts kid-friendly events.

Can I bring my dog to Victoria Park Leicester?

Yes, Victoria Park is dog-friendly. Accessible parking, an accessible entrance, baby changing, and toilets are all available.

What historical sights are at Victoria Park?

The park features the stunning Victoria Park Cenotaph memorial arch commemorating World War I soldiers, and a Rock Memorial celebrating American soldiers based in Leicester before D Day.

What families say

4.5

4853 reviews