Springfield Park

Springfield Park officially opened as a public park in 1905 and takes its name from its unique geology. The park was formed from the grounds of three private houses, of which only Springfield House (The White House) remains. The Park is approximately 40 Acres in size and contains areas of both formalised gardens and conservation areas and has extensive views across Walthamstow Marshes.

A brand new play area focused on natural play has been created in the centre of the park, which not only provides traditional play elements but also a table tennis table and and three outdoor chessboards.

The park was awarded a Green Flag award in 2011. The Green Flag Award Scheme recognises and rewards the best green spaces in the country. Hackney currently has thirteen Green Flags - one of the highest totals in London.

Amenities

athletics track (seasonal)
table tennis
outdoor chess boards
bowling green
cricket pitch
tennis courts
ping pong table
toilets
conservation area
river
cafe
children's playground
fountains
pond
bandstand
ranger office

Site map

To view a layout of the park download the Springhill Park site map (PDF, 227KB).

Park improvements

Funding has been secured to undertake improvements to the White House, the Stable Block and the park's Glass House. The White House and the Stable Block are both Grade 2 Listed Buildings and the money secured will be used to help restore them.

The Glass House will be replaced, due to no longer being fit for purpose and public access to it improved.

Growing Communities a local food growing organisation, who currently occupy the walled garden area will be heavily involved in the development of the site.

Springfield Park Café

The Springfield Park Café is open Monday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm. The website address for the is café www.sparkcafe.co.uk

Springfield Park User Group (SPUG)

The User Group meets monthly and works closely with park staff and council management to discuss current issues, problems and joint projects as well as running events and raising funds.

Contact

spugcommittee@hotmail.co.uk

Booking sports facilities

Tennis courts can be booked via the tennis office which is located in the Mansion House in Clissold Park or you can call 020 7254 4235. The office is open as follows: October-May Mon-Fri 10am-Sunset Sat-Sun 9am-Sunset and June-September: Mon-Fri 10am-8pm Sat-Sun 9am-8pm. Further details can be found at www.hackneycitytennisclubs.co.uk

Cricket pitches can be booked by calling 020 8986 7955