London Connection1Valence House Museum
- Address
- Becontree Ave, Dagenham RM8 3HT
- Phone
- +44 20 8227 2034
- Website
- valencehousecollections.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon Closed · Tue–Thu 10 AM-12 PM · Fri Closed · Sat 10 AM-12 PM · Sun Closed
Best Free Activities in Barking and Dagenham, London
Free things to do in Barking and Dagenham. Below you will find our selection of 10 free activities in Barking and Dagenham, with address, phone number, website and opening hours for each one, followed by practical advice on choosing the right free activity, typical prices and answers to common questions.
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10 Free Activities in Barking and Dagenham
2Valence Park
- Address
- 107 Grafton Rd, Dagenham RM8 3EU
- Phone
- +44 7424 812026
- Website
- lbbd.gov.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 5 AM-11 PM
3Goresbrook Park
- Address
- Dagenham Ave, Dagenham RM9 6LD
- Phone
- +44 20 8595 4155
- Website
- lbbd.gov.uk
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
4Central Park (Dagenham)
- Address
- Rainham Rd N, Dagenham RM10 7EU
- Phone
- +44 20 8215 3000
- Website
- lbbd.gov.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM-8 PM
5Barking Park
- Address
- Barking IG11 8TA
- Website
- lbbd.gov.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM-8 PM
6Beam Parklands Country Park
- Address
- Oval Rd N, Dagenham RM10 9EH
- Phone
- +44 20 3797 6944
7Barking Abbey Grounds
- Address
- 21 Abbey Rd, Barking IG11 8AS
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
8Greatfields Park
- Address
- Greatfields Rd, Barking IG11 7TX
- Phone
- +44 20 8227 2332
- Website
- lbbd.gov.uk
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
9Eastbrookend Country Park
- Address
- The Chase, Romford RM7 0SS
- Phone
- +44 20 8227 2332
- Website
- lbbd.gov.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM-9 PM
10National Trust - Eastbury Manor House
- Address
- Eastbury Manor House, Eastbury Square, Barking IG11 9SN
- Phone
- +44 20 8227 2942
- Website
- nationaltrust.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Wed Closed · Thu–Fri 10 AM-4 PM · Sat Closed · Sun 11 AM-4 PM
How to choose a free activity in Barking and Dagenham
- Check for Green Flag Award parks, which meet high standards.
- Many parks host free events and parkrun on Saturday mornings.
- Look for cafés, toilets and accessible paths.
- Dogs may need to be on leads in some areas.
Checks and regulation: Most parks are managed by Barking and Dagenham council or the Royal Parks.
How much does a free activity cost in Barking and Dagenham?
Public parks are free to visit. Prices vary by area, time of day and the complexity of the job or service, so always ask for a written quote or check the latest price list before you book.
Free Activities across Barking and Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham covers neighbourhoods such as Barking, Dagenham, Becontree, Chadwell Heath, Rush Green, Barking Riverside, Castle Point, Marks Gate (postcodes IG11, RM8, RM9, RM10, RM6). The free activities listed on this page are located in or around RM8, RM9, RM10, IG11, RM7. Getting around is easy thanks to the District and Hammersmith & City lines, c2c trains, the Overground to Barking Riverside and the Elizabeth line at Chadwell Heath.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a parkrun in Barking and Dagenham?
Many London parks host a free timed 5k parkrun every Saturday at 9am.
Can I have a barbecue in the park?
Most London parks ban barbecues; some have designated areas.
Are parks open at night?
Many close at dusk; check each park.
Listings are compiled from public business information. Details can change, so please confirm opening hours and prices with the business before visiting. Businesses can request corrections via our contact page. Last reviewed: September 2026.