Bancroft gardens and Recreation ground, Stratford-upon-Avon

Details

Accessibility

disabled access 

pay and display parking behind Bancroft gardens 

dogs welcome also dog free area 

pushchair friendly paths 

toilets 

Brief description

"Bancroft Recreation Ground has been providing a place of relaxation and leisure for Hitchin’s residents since before the Second World War. The park houses many specimen trees, shrubs and flower beds, and also supports a bowling club, tennis club and during the summer months, a popular Splash Pad."

Address

Bancroft
Hitchin
SG5 1NJ

Email

streetscene@stratford-dc.gov.uk 

Phone

01789 260616

Website

https://www.parksherts.co.uk/parks/bancroft-recreation-ground/ 

Directions

5-10 minute walk from town centre.

Opening Times

The splash pad will open 10am to 6pm every day from Saturday 3 May until Sunday 7 September 2025.

kiosk - Opening times: 11.30am-5pm daily

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Transport

Amenities

Pay and Play Tennis is available and is charged at £8 per hour daytime, and £11 per hour dusk onwards. You can easily book and pay for your Tennis Court online.

Splash pad 

Cafe kiosk serving hot and cold drinks and light snacks 

Play area for younger children 

Bowling green 

Band stand