Sporting Facilities

After a hard work out, take a relaxing jog around the park pathways and soak in the atmosphere at the fish pass and in the formal gardens – or just sit down in peace in the Sensory Garden!

“Come in number 3, your time is up!” Do you remember that cry from your childhood? Why not take your children boating and introduce them to a love of life on water? (Children Only) (COST – Pay at boating hut)

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Wimbledon fever caught you? Why not grab a game of tennis? We have several courts on both tarmac and gravel all beautifully maintained and bookable to suit you! (COST – Pay at Bowling Club)

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Introduce the kids to the game of Golf – We have a Pitch ‘n’ Putt course next to the Sensory Garden which is sure to inspire their competitve nature! (COST – Pay at Bowling Club)

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Love Cricket? Come along and watch a real match on our League-standard cricket pitch – home of Millhouses Works Cricket Club!

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Crown Green Bowling is becoming ever more popular and our greens have seen some serious competitions – (Enquire at Bowling Club for membership and events)

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Energy to burn? Basketball may be the sport for you. We have a basketball court at the South end of the park, next to the Bowling Greens. How’s your aim? (FREE TO USE)

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Whether you play for a local youth team or you’re out with your friends, Football is THE sport in the park. Jumpers for goalposts anyone? Our 5-a-side all-weather pitch is there for when the heavens open, with permanent goals and a great position in the park at the Beauchief end. Why not grab your mates for a kick-about? (FREE TO USE)

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The BMX/Skatepark is a very popular facility in the park and is always busy. The park governs itself and everyone looks out for each other. Home to MillyJam – our annual BMX and Skate competition and with hundreds of people using the facility on a regular basis, it’s a great place to be seen! (FREE TO USE)