Name: Abbey Fields
Rating: 5.0

Abbey Fields

Abbey Fields, Bridge Street, Kenilworth, UK

1-90 Years

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Description

Abbey Fields is a large historic park in Kenilworth set in the scenic valley of Finham Brook. It offers beautiful views of the town and nearby Kenilworth Castle, along with open green spaces and natural surroundings. As a Scheduled Ancient Monument, it combines heritage, nature, and leisure in one peaceful location.

The park features grassy slopes, wildflower meadows, a lake, and historic ruins linked to St Mary’s Abbey. Visitors can enjoy walking trails, a children’s play area, outdoor gym equipment, and seasonal events like carnivals and band performances. It is also a rich wildlife habitat, home to various birds, bats, and plant species.

Entry to Abbey Fields is completely free of charge. Visitors can enjoy the park, walking routes, and open spaces without any admission fee.

Abbey Fields offers a relaxing and scenic outdoor experience for all ages. It is ideal for walking, picnics, and enjoying nature in a historic setting. With its mix of heritage, wildlife, and open space, it is a great place to unwind and explore.

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Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Abbey Fields is set in the dramatic valley of the Finham Brook and enjoys views of the historic town and Kenilworth castle. Grassy slopes, a lake, historic buildings and veteran trees recall Abbey Fields’ past as the farmland of St Mary’s Abbey, whose ruins adjoin the park.
Abbey Fields is set in the dramatic valley of the Finham Brook and enjoys views of the historic town and Kenilworth castle. Grassy slopes, wildflower meadows, a lake, historic buildings and veteran trees recall Abbey Fields’ past as the farmland of St Mary’s Abbey, whose ruins adjoin the park.
Because of its important heritage, Abbey Fields is a Scheduled Ancient Monument. It also provides 27 hectares/68 acres in which you can stroll along the brook and around the lake or to Kenilworth Castle, where children can enjoy a play area, swim at Abbey Fields Swimming Pool.
Make use of five tennis courts – for free! – keep fit using outdoor gym equipment funded by the Friends of Abbey Fields, enjoy the Bands which regularly perform in the park, or simply watch the ducks on the lake.
Abbey Fields is also an important and carefully managed wildlife habitat for many species of wildflower, bats, birds and invertebrates, as well as some 57 species of tree. Keep an eye out for conservation events, walks and talks organised by the Friends of Abbey Fields.
As the largest park in the town, Abbey Fields host a number of well-known events each year, such as the Lions Club show, the town carnival, bonfire night events and the Boxing Day charity duck race.

Facilities

Parking: Abbey Fields car park, off Bridge Street
Toilets: Toilets, disabled toilets and baby change available.

What to see

Walking: stroll along the brook and around the lake or to Kenilworth Castle (some paths are closed due to the pool redevelopment)
Play area: fun for children of all ages (open weekends only from October 2022 until summer 2024)
Swimming: at Abbey Fields Swimming Pool (currently closed for redevelopment)
Tennis: five courts, free to use (currently closed)
Trim Trail: keep fit using outdoor gym equipment funded by the Friends of Abbey Fields (currently closed)
Have a snack at the swimming pool café (currently closed)
Watch the ducks on the lake
Bands in the park

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Price

Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Open daily 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Address: Abbey Fields, Bridge Street, Kenilworth, UK

Post Code: CV8 1BP

Council: Warwick

County: Warwickshire

Bike: Bike racks outside the swimming pool
Rail: Nearest railway stations at Coventry and Leamington Spa
Walk: Main pedestrian entrances from Bridge Street, High Street, Abbey Hill and A452 near Kenilworth castle