Broomfield Park — Attraction in London

Broomfield Park has to be one of the best parks to visit in North London. Mainly because of how much there is to do, and that's predominantly down to the size of the park and available facilities. They vary from the following: Community Cafe, Expansive green spaces, Tennis Court, Sensory Garden, Skatepark, Crazy Golf, Remembrance Garden, Conservatory, Orchard, Outdoor Gym, Toilets and Wetlands area.

I'd say this park is extremely popular for it's natural surroundings. Especially with how impressive the flowers and plants look across the Long Border, Mediterranean and Memorial Gardens. It's also very pleasant to see the amount of wildlife within the ponds- from Coots, Canadian Geese, Ducks (Mallards) Egyptian Geese and Swans swimming around in their natural habitats. It is extremely disappointing to see the amount of litter that gets thrown into the ponds, and thankfully there's a dedicated team of volunteers who do their very best to make sure the ponds are clean at all times.

The conservatory is a fascinating place to visit and admire the exotic plants within. It's open on Wednesdays and Sundays from 2:30pm until 4:30pm.

A walk through the Remembrance Garden always brings plenty of interest with the amount of history and architecture within the garden.

It always disheartening to see the remains of the Broomfield House, and of course many (myself included) often wonder what the future holds for the building. The same can also be said for the remains of the empty Boating Lake, as it used to be fun to watch the amount of boats sailing across and bumping into each other!

Spring/Summertime are usually the best times of the year to visit Broomfield Park, as besides from the flowers blooming in the sunshine there are events usually taking place on the weekends. From the likes of Bands performing, Theatrical productions, Circuses, Guided walks of the gardens and Plant Sales.

Even during the Autumn, it's still great to walk around Broomfield. Mainly as to how peaceful and relaxing the scenery is of the different coloured leaves scattered around, and temperatures being cooler with a fresh breeze.

Do check out the Palmers Greenery Community Cafe, also run by a great group of dedicated volunteers!

I strongly recommend anyone who loves going out for walks and has an admiration for nature to visit Broomfield Park. The Nearest station is Palmers Green and the 121, 232 299 & W6 bus routes...

Broomfield Park, nestled in Palmers Green, Enfield, is a cherished green space that seamlessly blends historical charm with modern community engagement. Spanning 21 hectares, the park is a Site of Local Importance for Nature Conservation and is registered by English Heritage for its special historic interest .

The park boasts three picturesque lakes forming a Baroque water feature, complemented by a model boat pond and a wildlife pond created by volunteers in 2016. These aquatic habitats support a diverse range of species, including dragonflies, damselflies, and newts . The Broomfield Park Habitats Group has been instrumental in maintaining these areas, conducting seasonal mowing, reed cutting, and recording biodiversity to enhance the park's ecological health .

A highlight of the park is the 1934 conservatory, recently restored by dedicated volunteers. This Victorian-style building houses exotic plants and hosts community events like bulb planting sessions and plant sales . The park's rich history is further reflected in its Grade II listed walls and the 16th-century brick archway over the main entrance .

For sports enthusiasts, Broomfield Park offers nine dual-purpose, floodlit courts for tennis and netball. These refurbished courts, supported by Enfield Council, Sport England, and the London Marathon Charitable Trust, ensure year-round play and have been vital for the North London Netball League, which has been based here since 1950 . Additional amenities include a children's adventure playground, a multi-use games area, a green outdoor gym, and an adventure golf course .

Broomfield Park stands as a testament to community collaboration, historical preservation, and environmental consciousness. Whether you're seeking a tranquil spot to relax, engage in sports, or immerse yourself in nature, this park offers a welcoming...

Large and beautiful park with a myriad of things to do. For kids, there's a great adventure playpark as well as a crazy golf course where they can put their skills against parents. There are free tennis and netball courts and plenty room for amateur football. Hidden away is a quiet Remembrance Garden, well worth a visit. The rose walk which leads to the lake is (obviously) best in summer when the roses are in full bloom. At the park's heart are connected small ponds with ducks, coots and geese. The downside? It's the eyesore which is the old Broomfield House. Since a fire in the eighties caused extensive damage, the old manor house has remained scaffolded and behind fences; it's dangerous. No solution to renovating and restoring it to its former glory has received both popular acclaim and funding. Of course, it would be lovely if the house were restored but there has to be a point where, if not, it is, sadly, taken down. Don't let this stop you visiting the park, walking, enjoying the views over to Ally Pally and to the City and Canary Wharf. They...