Swan Lane Open Space — Attraction in London

This is a nice park to take the kids. It isn’t large but is plenty big enough. There’s a playground that’s suitable for younger children and then a few play items that are better for slightly older kids. There’s a pond that often has ducks, it is not fenced so be aware if you take young children. There’s an area that is hidden from the rest where teenagers like to hang out, often smoking things that they shouldn’t so my kids have been told to avoid that area. There’s also a small wooded area. The best bit is the cafe with a very friendly owner. It has just been done up and so there’s a larger inside seating area and outside seating. The cakes look delicious and they also make pasta and other stuff, the kids meals are...

This open space can look beautiful some days. There are some lovely trees. The small lake / pond in the middle looks a bit neglected but the presence of various birds show that's the way they like it. The cafe is well run and has friendly service. My kids are grown up now but the playground looks even more popular than it was when they were little and it was a nice little playground back then. They have also added a couple of features for older kids outside the fenced playground. I don't think I'm over egging it by saying this open space is a...

Better than my last visit but I feel the park/space needs more work on the grounds? Children need to be allowed to experience the joy of catching a fish and putting it back into the water. I spent so many happy summers in that park with my family and friends, I just feel it is a space that needs a little bit more maintenance. So glad the pond has been cleared of the Lillie's and the ducks are back and the kids can see the fish in the pond, huge improvement. Nature trail for the...