London Connection1Alf Barrett Playground
- Address
- 32 Old Gloucester St, London WC1N 3AD
- Phone
- +44 20 7974 1693
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 7:30 AM-4 PM
Best Playgrounds in London
London's playgrounds include adventure playgrounds and water play areas. Below you will find our selection of 10 playgrounds in London, with address, phone number, website and opening hours for each one, followed by practical advice on choosing the right playground, typical prices and answers to common questions.
10listed
3with phone number
4with website
8open on Sundays
5open 24 hours
10 Playgrounds in London
2Potters Fields Park
- Address
- Tooley St, London SE1 2UD
- Phone
- +44 20 7036 6410
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
3St Archie’s Park
- Address
- Moorgate Station, Moorgate, London EC2M 6TX
4Drury Lane Gardens
- Address
- 58 Drury Ln, London WC2B 5SN
- Website
- westminster.gov.uk
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
5Nelson Square Park
- Address
- 44 Nelson Square, London SE1 0QA
- Phone
- +44 20 7525 5000
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
6The Children's Play Area Jubilee Gardens
- Address
- Belvedere Rd, London SE1 7PG
- Website
- jubileegardens.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 7:30 AM-6:30 PM
7Perkins Square playground
- Address
- Perkins Square, London SE1
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 8:30 AM-8 PM
8Leathermarket Gardens Play Area
- Address
- London SE1 3HN
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
9Drury Lane Gardens
- Address
- 58 Drury Ln, London WC2B 5SN
- Website
- westminster.gov.uk
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
10Little Dorrit Park
- Address
- Disney Pl, London SE1 1HJ
- Website
- southwark.gov.uk
How to choose a playground in London
- 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 London council or the Royal Parks.
How much does a playground cost in London?
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.
Playgrounds across London
London is made up of 32 boroughs plus the City of London. The playgrounds above are spread across the capital; use the borough guides below to find options closer to home.
Parks by borough
Frequently asked questions
Is there a parkrun in London?
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.