Henderson Community Park
Welcome to Henderson Park,
Your Community Green Space Managed with Care
Henderson Park is a beautiful 11-acre landscape in the heart of our community, offering a vital “green lung” for everyone to enjoy.
What makes us different? Unlike most local parks, Henderson Park is maintained, owned and entirely self-funded by Henderson Trust. We take pride in maintaining this space as a gift to the community, ensuring it remains free and accessible for all.
- Visit Us: Free parking and pedestrian access are available via Ivy Road (just past the Business Centre).
- Our Mission: To provide a beautiful, inspirational green space that improves the health, wellbeing, and quality of life for our inner-city residents.
Running Track
Maintained Weekly
Play Area
Both Toddler & Junior Play Areas
Basketball Court
Enclosed & Flood Lit Games Area
Climbing Wall
Three Towering Walls To Climb
Outdoor Gym Stations
State Of The Art Outdoor Gym
Family Events
Free Family Events
Picnic Area
Dotted With Picnic Spots
Free Car Park
Free CCTV Monitored Parking
A Haven for Nature and Biodiversity
Henderson Park is a thriving habitat for local wildlife. It is home to a diverse collection of over 100 mature trees across 22 different species – including Lime, Ash, Oak, Silver Birch, London Plane, Maple, and Horse Chestnut.
We are committed to active conservation and enhancing biodiversity through:
- Protected Heritage: 41 of our trees are safeguarded by Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs), ensuring these vital natural assets are protected for future generations.
- Expert Stewardship: Our grounds are meticulously maintained by qualified arborists and our dedicated Facilities Operative. Since 2005, we have proudly planted over 150 new trees to ensure the park’s future.
Wildlife Spotting:
Keep your eyes on the skies! The park is a haven for Red Kites, Buzzards, Kestrels, and Woodpeckers. At dusk, you might even spot bats hunting along the park edges as they travel between the river and the Bowthorpe Road cemetery.
The park has stunning panoramic views of the west of the City and has lots of things to do, including:
- Lots of open space to walk well-controlled dogs – but please remember to clear up after your dog!
- An enclosed basketball/5-a-side football pitch
- An enclosed toddlers play area with swings, slides and rockers
- Children’s play areas with climbing frames and swings
- Climbing rocks
- Lots of space to run around
- Outdoor gym equipment
- Full-sized cinder running track
- Natural areas of wild flowers and meadowland
Facilities Officer Dean Oakley
Your Support Is Vital
It costs approximately £40,000 every year to keep Henderson Park safe, clean, and beautiful.
Because Henderson Trust covers 100% of these costs—including essential maintenance and the unfortunate costs of repairing vandalism— we rely on the generosity of people like you.
Help us preserve this cherished green space. Every donation, no matter the size, goes directly towards funding Henderson Park to maintain the park and provide our vital community services.
FAQs
What events are happening soon?
All up and coming events are covered in our free publication The Henderson Herald. To read the latest quarterly issue visit the herald page here:
Can I fly drone on Henderson Park?
Drones are not permitted as we are in too closer proximity to the airport.
Is there free parking?
There is ample CCTV monitored free parking. Please not no overnight stays are permitted.
Is the park dog friendly?
The park is definitely dog friendly, there are bins situated around the park and many shaded areas for hot days. Please keep dogs on leads and obviously pickup after them.
Are there toilet facilities on the park?
No I’m afraid generally there are no toilet facilities however during events there are usually porter loos provided.
Henderson Park – A great place for dog walkers
- Dog Friendly
- Clean & Well Maintained Park
- Free Car Park
