Information on parks, opening times and events. Our award-winning Green Flag parks and public open spaces create a good impression for both residents and visitors.
Parks
Bantock Park
It is one of Wolverhampton's district parks and has a rich history. Bequeathed to its present-day custodians in 1938 on the death of Alderman Albert Bantock, this former farm has undergone restoration works, partly funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund.
The park is approximately 16 hectares (39.53 acres). The west of the park is mostly open space, which still retains its 'rural' character, with gently undulating ground, hedgerows and a variety of trees with a nature trail. The eastern side of the park changes near the house, becoming more formal, consisting of a series of recently restored gardens, reminiscent of the detail emerging around the late nineteenth/twentieth century.
Location
Bantock Park
Finchfield Road
Wolverhampton
WV3 9LQ
Things to do
Bantock Park is a great venue for a range of activities at low or no cost. A picnic in the park is something the whole family can enjoy, from toddlers to grandparents. The children's play area has many challenges for young children, for example, traditional monkey bars and swings to multi-play units. A range of other facilities to enjoy across the age ranges include:
- Re-built changing rooms
- tea room
- Bantock House Museum
- Georgian farm buildings (home to a range of nature, educational, dance, music and theatrical events, activities and exhibitions)
Improvements to Bantock Park
East Park
It is one of Wolverhampton's district parks and has a proud history, going back to 1896. The park is approximately 18 hectares in size. East Park is a focus of great pride for the people living nearby.
Location
East Park
Hickman Avenue
Wolverhampton
WV1 2BS
Facilities
- football pitches
- a children's play area
- a paddling pool
- tennis courts
- rangers events
West Park
It is a fine example of a Victorian municipal park and was one of the best in the country to set a trend for the provision of areas for specific sporting activities (originally bowls, archery and cricket). The park is considered to be one of the best, unspoilt examples of a Victorian park left in England and is Wolverhampton's premier open space.
The park is 17 hectares (roughly 43 acres) in area (including its lake) and provides a beautifully landscaped green space within a ten-minute walk of Wolverhampton city centre.
Location
West Park
Park Road West
Wolverhampton
WV1 4PH
Facilities and attractions
- picnics
- tennis courts
- chalet tearooms
- children's play area
- bowling green (located in Park Crescent)
- disabled access
- heated Victorian Conservatory - closed until further notice.
Prior to COVID, West Park Conservatory was run and maintained by the Friends of West Park, made up of local park users. The group maintained and propagated plants, as well as using their volunteers to staff the Conservatory, so it could be opened to the public. Unfortunately, this group has now dissolved which has meant that the Conservatory has now been temporarily closed. The Parks Team are currently looking into the potential of a joint venture with a local volunteer organisation who, along with maintaining and opening it, wish to use the Conservatory as a training facility. In addition to this, the team are also maintaining details of potential volunteers who may wish to be involved in the Conservatory in the future. Please email MyParkVisit@wolverhampton.gov.uk if you would like your contact details to be recorded as a potential volunteer.
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Northycote Farm
There are many informal walks through the woodland and opportunities to view or photograph a wide variety of wildlife in their natural habitats.
Northycote Farm has on its site a Tudor farmhouse which is steeped in history. The farmhouse itself is not always open to the public, but throughout the year, it is opened to the public for tours and other events.
At the farm
There are many informal walks through the woodland. These offer opportunities to view or photograph a wide variety of wildlife in their natural habitats. Animals at the farm include:
- Norfolk Black Turkeys
- Geese, chickens, ducks and guinea fowl
- Shropshire sheep
- Pigs
Other things to do include regular events held throughout the year, such as:
- Easter Egg Trails
- May Day Celebrations
- Music
- Town and Country Show
- Harvest Festival
- House tours run by the Friend's Group
- Halloween Events
- Christmas Events; log dressing, wreath making, star dedication and traditional Christmas Fayre's with Father Christmas
Also open for all of the farm's events are the tea rooms and picnic area and on-site there are facilities for baby changing and disabled toilets.
Location and contact details
Northycote Farm
Underhill Lane
Bushbury
Wolverhampton
WV10 7JF
- Telephone: 01902 397906
- Tea rooms: 01902 784200
- bus 613
- location map
Opening hours
Northycote Farm operates different open hours to the rest of the city's parks:
- The animal enclosures are open 9am to 4pm
- The car park is open 8am to 5pm
- Christmas Day: closed
Entry
There is free entry to the farm and woodland, car park and tea rooms. However, some events may charge a small fee.
Hickman Park
The park is located half a mile from Bilston Town Centre. The park opened in 1911 as a memorial to Sir Alfred Hickman, a local industrialist and former MP.
Hickman Park is currently undergoing restoration, in a project funded by the Heritage Lottery. The park will be returned to its original splendour, with the benefits of modern facilities.
There is now a new building to house the park rangers; a meeting room, toilet and baby changing facilities.
There is also an open-air theatre which has been restored, alongside the Park Shelter, after funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund. The theatre has, in the past, held many events and once again is starting to gain attention by being used regularly.
Location
Hickman Park
Wolverhampton Street
Bilston
Wolverhampton
WV14 0LZ
Things to do
As well as the theatre, there is a sports arena with terracing. The arena is an ideal place for both playing sports and for spectators. In addition to all of the usual things to enjoy in parks, walking, exercising well-behaved and controlled dogs etc. there is also:
- mini football pitches
- toddler/children's play area
- urban sports court (multi-ball)
- rangers events
- wildflower meadow
- Sons of Rest group
Phoenix Park
Location
Dudley Road
Blakenhall
Wolverhampton
West Midlands
WV2 3JU
Facilities
Visitors to the park can enjoy:
- Children's play area
- Seated amphitheatre
- Two ball courts
- Lighting
- Network of paths
- Outdoor fitness equipment
- Playing fields
- Horticultural improvements
- Wildflower meadow areas
- Revamped entrance area, signage
- Car Park
- Toilet
- Parks clock
- Play facilities for all ages
- BMX track through the woods
- Woodland area
These have improved visitor numbers - use of park facilities and community use of the park (including Walking for Health etc.).
If you would like to tell us about your visit to Phoenix Park, or if you are interested in becoming a ‘Friend of Phoenix Park’, please email us at MyParkVisit@wolverhampton.gov.uk.
St Peter's Gardens
St Peter's Collegiate Church and Lich Gate War Memorial Gardens
Occupying a site of great historical importance; the settlement of Wolverhampton became a centre of local religious, political and economic importance during the 10th Century, although the original church had its origins in the 7th Century.
Since the decline of the gardens from the 1940s onward; various restoration phases have been undertaken, including the many heritage structures.
- Horsman Fountain (also listed)
- Harris Memorial (known locally as the 'sailor statue')
- Saxon Pillar
- Bargaining Stone.
The Horsman Fountain dates from 1896, and commemorates Philip Horsman, a local businessman who founded Wolverhampton Art Gallery, and the Wolverhampton & Staffordshire Eye Infirmary; whilst the Harris Memorial commemorates a wireless operator in World War I who, whilst posted to an Italian ship, continued to send messages whilst under heavy fire until he was killed by shrapnel on 15 May 1917.
Representing one of the few areas of green space located in the Wolverhampton City Centre Conservation Area (designated in 1972). The gardens form the setting for St Peter's Collegiate Church, which is one of two Grade I Listed Buildings in the City. Providing the setting for other important buildings such as the nearby Wolverhampton Art Gallery.
The gardens were originally part of the church's graveyard. They were handed over to the town at the end of the 19th century and turned into gardens.
Awards
The gardens successfully achieved Green Flag status again this year, following a successful first bid in 2010.
Access
The gardens are located on a hill in the centre of the city and can present difficulties for those with impaired mobility.
Opportunities to improve site accessibility are limited due to the historic sensitivity and the gradients involved.
Wheelchair/pushchair users access via lower south/east gardens and to the south porch of the church.
Park opening and closing times
All Parks are open daily, including Bank Holidays.
The parks open daily at 7.30 am (some sites may be open earlier) and close at the following times:
- 1 January - 31 January 2023, 5pm
- 1 February - 28 February 2023, 5.30pm
- 1 March - 31 March 2023, 6.30pm
- 1 April - 30 April 2023, 8pm
- 1 May - 31 May 2023, 8.30pm
- 1 June - 31 August 2023, 9pm
- 1 September - 30 September 2023, 7.30pm
- 1 October - 31 October 2023, 6.30pm
- 1 November - 31 December 2023, 5pm
Please note: it takes time to lock all our parks, please do not enter after the official closing time - even if the gates are still open.
Toilets: Parks toilets are only open when there is a Ranger present to open them, except for West Park, where they are coin-operated and Bantock Park, where the toilets are managed by the Bantock Café.
Keep up to date with the latest government guidance when visiting parks.
Park events
Regular Activities
NCT Toddle Waddle
Join other new parents for a stroll around West Park whilst chatting and making new friends.
Where: West Park
When:
Tuesdays - 11:30am
Fridays - 1:30pm
Further information:
Free but you must register to attend:
https://www.nct.org.uk/local-activities- meet-ups/region-west- midlands/wolverhampton/toddle-waddle- walk-wolverhampton
Jolly Joggers
Jolly Joggers is a beginner’s couch to 5k running programme for people who want to improve their mental health by being more active. It is led by friendly, qualified run leaders who have personal experience of mental health problems on behalf of Black Country Mental Health.
Where: West Park
When: Saturdays - 10:15am
Further information:
Group 2: Starting September 16th for 12 weeks (finishing Sat 2nd Dec 2023)
All bookings are to be made via BCMH Website www.blackcountrymentalhealth.org.uk
Junior Park Run
It’s a free junior 2k event for children aged 4- 10 yrs old.
Where: King George V Playing Fields
When: Every Sunday - 9am – 9:30am
Further information:
For more information please visit: www.parkrun.org.uk
Park Run (East Park)
Come along and join in the 5K run. Its FREE but you must register.
Where: East Park
When: Every Saturday - 9am – 10am
Further information:
For more information please visit: www.parkrun.org.uk
Park Run (West Park)
Come along and join in the 5K run. Its FREE but you must register.
Where: West Park
When: Every Saturday - 9am – 10am
Further information:
For more information please visit: www.parkrun.org.uk
Coopers Troopers Bootcamp
Coopers Troopers Bootcamp is an outdoor, 60-minute session. Sessions are designed and delivered by current or ex-military instructors and aim to target a certain heart rate to enable members to achieve the best workout that will leave you burning calories even after the session ends.
Where: Bantock Park
When:
Mondays
Bootcamp -9:30 am - 10:30 am
Tuesdays
Bootcamp -7:30 am - 8:30 am
Bootcamp - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Wednesdays
MetaFIT - 7:30 am - 8:00 am
MetaPWR - 6:30pm - 7:00 pm
Thursdays
MetaPWR - 9:30am - 10:00 am
Bootcamp - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Saturdays
Bootcamp - 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Sundays
Metafit - 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Further information:
For more information please visit: https://www.cooperstroopersbootcamp.co m/
Power Hour Female Fitness
‘Power Hour’ is a Tuesday morning session held at East Park playing fields encouraging females to improve their fitness via informal aerobic physical activity sessions.
Where: East Park
When: Tuesdays - 9:30am – 10:30am
Further information:
For more information please visit: https://www.wolves.co.uk/news/foundation
/20220620-wolves-foundation-present- power-hour/
WVSC – Social Prescribing Offer for Younger People
Free outdoor activities for younger people to include walking, team building activities such as orienteering.
Where: West Park
When: Saturdays - 11:00am – 11:45am
Further information:
For more information please email: ben@benmescamfitness.com
Marathon Kids UK
Free, weekly activity community sessions for children and families. Including fun warm up games, relay races and 20 min running session allowing children to maintain regular exercise outside of school.
Where: Bushbury Memorial Recreational Ground
When: Saturdays From 28th January - 10:00am – 11:00am
Further information:
For more information please email:
community@marathonkids.co.uk
Events
Digbeth Dining Club
Wolverhampton Dining Club is a food and drink festival, showcasing a variety of world cuisines from pan-Asian to Jamaican, Italian to Middle Eastern. Around 20 local food vendors will be serving up the goods with several bars serving a selection of craft beers, wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.
Where: West Park (Field 3)
When: Sunday 27 May - 12 noon – 7pm
Further information:
Pre-paid tickets are available as well as on the door availability (£3-£5).
Wolverhampton Dining Club Tickets | West Park, 76 Park Road W Wolverhampton | Sat 27th May 2023 Lineup (skiddle.com)
Kicks In The Park
Free to play footballing activity for participants of all abilities aged 8-18 run by Wolves Foundation.
Where:
Heath Town Park - Tues 30 May
West Park - Wed 31 May
Bantock Park - Thurs 1 June
When: All sessions 2pm - 4pm
Further information:
For further information please contact louisguttridge@wolves.co.uk
Good Shepherd Walk & Talk
Join the Good Shepherd to walk one lap each Thursday of West Park. The idea being to join the team and learn about their work. They are hoping to get 51 people involved during the 5 Thursdays and walk 51 miles in total the same age as the charity.
Where: West Park
When: Each Thursday in June - 12 noon – 1pm
Further information:
For further information please contact admin@gsmwolverhampton.org.uk
Jollies Inflatables
Giant slides, bouncy castles and fun centres with food and drink kiosks.
Where: Bantock Park
When: 27th May – 4th June - Open daily, 11pm – 5pm
Further information:
For more information, please contact: https://www.facebook.com/JolliesInflatable
Victoria Street Food, Drink & Artisan Market
A food, drink and artisan market celebrating the regeneration and reopening of Victoria Street. Fun for all the family!
Where: Victoria Street
When: Saturday 3 June - 10am – 5pm
Further information:
Free entry!
For more information please contact customerservice@lsdpromotions.com
Harry Jones Fun Fair
Fun fair rides and entertainment for all the family.
Where: King George V Playing Fields
When: Friday 9 June – Sunday 18 June - Open 12 noon – 8pm Daily
Further information:
For more information, please contact info@harryjonescompany.com
Entry fee and charges for rides apply.
Pride
Wolverhampton Pride, at its heart, is a celebration of Wolverhampton’s LGBT+ community. It is an event that is open for everyone to come together to celebrate, to learn about and to support LGBT+ inclusion within Wolverhampton.
The headliners for this year’s event will include DJ Scott Mills, Baga Chipz and The Fizz. In addition to these there will be Nate Ethan Watson, Elton Fantastic, Alex Vann,
Champagne Shirley plus more local acts and DJs.
Where: Festival Plaza @ Old Market Square
When: Saturday 10 June - 12 noon – 10pm
Further information:
For more information, please contact pride@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Ticket Prices: Adults: £3, Concessions:
£1.50, Under 12’s: Free
All monies raised (excluding booking fee) will be going to
Wolverhampton LGBT, X2Y and Gorgeous Radio.
Children ages 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult 18+
Tickets available from: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wolverham pton-pride-tickets-512016363727.
Tickets will be available to purchase on the day also from the Box Office.
Race 4 Life
Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life is a series of events raising money for research into all 200 types of cancer.
Over the past 20 years, more than 8 million people have taken part in the Race for Life, raising over £547 million to fund the charity’s life-saving work. But it does not stop there. Our events are open to everyone: women, men, children, families and friends.
Where: West Park
When: Sunday 11th June - 11am – 12.30pm
Further information:
For more information please visit: https://raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org/
Aberdovey Bike Ride
Annual charity bike ride which starts at West park with riders registering and then leaving in small groups from the park and out of the city on public roads.
Where: West Park (Bandstand Area)
When: Fri 16 June - 6:30am – 8am
Further information: For more information please contact Info@aberdoveybikeride.co.uk
WV1 Festival
Annual two day live music event featuring two stages with stalls, food
Concessions, bars and fairground rides. The event will be predominantly live music with
occasional DJ sets.
Where: West Park
When: Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 June - 11am – 10:30pm
Further information:
For more information please visit: https://www.wv1fest.com/contact/
Proms In The Park
Join us in June as we return to Bantock Park with a 50 piece orchestra to take you on a musical journey to the White Isle. Expect a brand new set list for 2023 & a special guest DJ set from Grammy Award Winning Roger Sanchez.
Where: Bantock Park
When: Saturday 17 June - 2pm – 10pm
Further information:
Expect:
- An incredible 50 piece Orchestra & vocalists performing Ibiza hits from the 90's to now
- Special Guest DJ’s & performances including Roger Sanchez
- Amazing Street food by Digbeth Dining Club
- Bars on site
- Attractions
- VIP options available
To purchase tickets please visit: https://www.skiddle.com/whats- on/Wolverhampton/Bantock-Park- Gardens/Ibiza-Proms-In-The-Park- 2023/36276178/
Armed Forces Day
Join us for the annual Armed Forces Day celebration featuring a stage, live performances, military displays and drills, food and fun fair.
Where: West Park
When: Saturday 24 June - 12 noon – 4pm
Further information:
Event is free to attend.
For more information, please contact EventsEnquiry@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Hope In The Park
Annual open air service and family fun day – all welcome!
Where: Hickman Park
When: Saturday 25 June - 10am – 2pm
Further information:
For more information please contact info@churchestogetherbb.org.uk
Bantock Transport Event
This summer The Museum of Wolverhampton and South Staffordshire is holding a free festival of locally-manufactured cars, motorbikes, buses and bicycles, as well as displays and videos on the companies that built them. Discover the rich history of Wolverhampton’s motoring past and learn all about the local legends like AJS, Guy Motors and Sunbeam.
Where: Bantock Park
When: Sunday 16 July - 10am – 5pm
Further information:
For more information please contact enquiries@museumofwvandss.org
Wolverhampton Amateur Radio Society
Using short wave radio equipment to make contact with other enthusiasts worldwide
Where: Northycote Farm
When: Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 June - 10am – 6pm
Further information:
For more information please contact Secretary@wolverhamptonars.co.uk
Jollies Inflatables
Giant slides, bouncy castles and fun centres with food and drink kiosks.
Where: King George V Playing Fields
When: 28th – 31st July - Open daily 11am – 5pm
Further information:
For more information, please contact: https://www.facebook.com/JolliesInflatable
Jollies Inflatables
Giant slides, bouncy castles and fun centres with food and drink kiosks.
Where: Bantock Park
When: 5th – 13th August - Open daily 11am – 5pm
Further information:
For more information, please contact: https://www.facebook.com/JolliesInflatable
Harry Jones Fun Fair
Fun fair rides and entertainment for all the family.
Where: Phoenix Park
When: Friday 18th August – Monday 28th August - Open 12 noon – 8pm Daily
Further information:
For more information, please contact info@harryjonescompany.com
Entry fee and charges for rides apply.
Contact the parks department
If you have a query about one of the city's parks or green spaces please complete our general enquiry form providing as much information as you can to enable us to respond as quickly as possible.
If you would like to hire one of Wolverhampton's Park spaces, please complete the application form in the downloads section on the Outdoor Events page.
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