War Memorial Park

War Memorial Park, Kenilworth Road, Coventry, UK
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

The War Memorial Park is a large 48.5-hectare park in southern Coventry offering a mix of leisure, sports, and relaxation. It serves as both a recreational space and a memorial to those who lost their lives in the First and Second World Wars. With a wide range of facilities, it is suitable for visitors of all ages throughout the year.

Visitors can enjoy activities like football, bowling, tennis, golf, skateboarding, and exploring the splash and play area. The park also features an aviary for small birds, open green spaces, and areas for walking and relaxation. It offers a variety of outdoor activities along with refreshment outlets and well-maintained facilities.

Entry to the park is free, with charges for activities such as bowls from £7.00 for adults and tennis from £8.00 per court per hour, along with parking charges after the first 3 hours. Room hire for children's or celebration parties is available, starting from £29.50 for a 2 hour session, with higher rates for half day and full day bookings.

The experience offers a balance of recreation, history, and open space in a peaceful setting. With a wide variety of sports and leisure options, it is ideal for both active days out and relaxing visits. It is a great place to enjoy outdoor activities while also reflecting on its historical significance.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

  • The War Memorial Park covers 48.5 hectares and is situated in southern Coventry, featuring football pitches, bowling greens, a small golf course, tennis courts, a splash and play area, an aviary for small birds, and a skate board area, there really is something for everyone!
  • The War Memorial Park, laid out by Coventry City Council between 1921 and 1935, which commemorates Coventry's soldiers and civilians who lost their lives in the First and Second World Wars.

Facilities

  • Parking: Car park charges apply at all three car parks, Kenilworth Road, Leamington Road and Coat of Arms Bridge Road. All visitors will receive the first 3 hours of parking free.
  • Food & Drinks: The War Memorial Park has three outlets providing refreshments from coffee to a meal.

What to see


 

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Bowls

  • Adult: £7.00 per person per two hours
  • Junior: £3.80 per person per two hours
  • Senior: £3.80 per person per two hours
  • Go CV+: £3.80 per person per two hours

Tennis

  • Adult: £8.00 per court per hour
  • Junior: £4.50 per court per hour
  • Go CV+: £4.50 per court per hour

Park Entry is Free. 

Pricing URL: https://www.coventry.gov.uk/war-memorial-park/war-memorial-park-1/2

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Children's/celebration parties (Room hire)

  • Per day: £118.00 /£224.20
  • Per half day: £59.00 / £118.00
  • Per 2 hour session (minimum charge): £29.50 / £59.00
  • The park is open to visitors all year round, 24 hours a day.
  • Visitor Centre Open 9am - 4pm (except Christmas week). 
  • Toilet facilities 8.45am until 4.30pm. (except Christmas week)

Address: War Memorial Park, Kenilworth Road, Coventry, UK

Post Code: CV3 6PT

Council: Coventry

County: West Midlands

  • By Car: Coventry Ring Road, exit at Junction 6. Follow Warwick Road (A429)
  • By Bus: via Kenilworth Road - 16, 49, 18A, 87, Park & Ride south, U17, X17 / via Warwick Road - 9, 9A, 49, 539
  • By Train: Coventry Station, (London to Birmingham Line). 10 minutes walk along Warwick Road.

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