The Official Visitor Information Website for Tees Valley
South Park
South Park is a great place for today’s generation, after its multi-million pound Heritage Lottery Funded restoration project. It was the first Victorian Park in the North East of England and was opened to the public in 1853 as Belasses Park. Its size has increased to its present 91 acres and the superb restoration work has added new sensory, rock and rose gardens to the existing award-winning displays. You can also enjoy a splendid lake, bandstand, new play areas, skateboard park and seasonal bistro-style café. Educational facilities in a new, purpose-built extension to the Park Lodge welcome school groups to this wonderful example of a municipal park.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Green Flag Award Winner 2007/8 2007
Opening Times
Open All Year
| 01/01/2008 - 31/12/2008 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 00:01 | 23:59 |
| Tuesday | 00:01 | 23:59 |
| Wednesday | 00:01 | 23:59 |
| Thursday | 00:01 | 23:59 |
| Friday | 00:01 | 23:59 |
| Saturday | 00:01 | 23:59 |
| Sunday | 00:01 | 23:59 |
| Bank Holiday | 00:01 | 23:59 |
| 01/01/2009 - 31/12/2009 |
|---|
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
From the A1(M )junction 57 follow signs for Darlington A167. On the approach to the town centre turn right just after Darlington Rugby Club, into Parkside, South Park is on the left.
Public Transport Directions
Arriva services 12, 72 and x27 run beside the South Park
By Coach – National Express, National Coach Service to Feethams, Darlington
By Rail – Darlington Bank Top Station
By Air – Durham Tees Valley Airport
Facilities
Provider Features
- In town/city centre
- No Smoking Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- Parking (free) - Limited street parking on Parkside and Victoria Embankment (the park's two main entrances).
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - The Park Cafe operates seasonal hours, please call for details.
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - Approx 1 hour
- Groups Accepted - There is an educational facility - must be pre-booked.
- Max group size - 200
Provider Facilities
- Event Venue
- Toilets - The Park toilets are open from early morning until dusk only.
Target Markets
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
- Marketed Towards Students / Youth
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted - Pre-bookable.
- Guided Tours Available for Groups - Must be pre-booked.
Attraction Facilities
- Education Groups Min - no minimum
- Educational Groups Max - 30
South Park
Darlington
Tees Valley
DL1 5TG
Tel: +44 01325 383099
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