Jesus Green
An outdoor park-gardens in Cambridgeshire
A large, historic park in central Cambridge, popular with families for its spacious lawns, riverside walks, and excellent playground. The playground features modern equipment including swings, slides, and climbing frames suitable for toddlers to pre-teens. Jesus Green Lido, an outdoor heated swimming pool open in summer, offers a refreshing family activity. Plenty of space for picnics, ball games, and relaxing by the River Cam. Public toilets and a café nearby. Easy access from the city centre and well-connected by foot, bike, or bus. Free entry, no booking needed.
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Free / cheap
What parents should know
A large, historic park in central Cambridge, popular with families for its spacious lawns, riverside walks, and excellent playground.
playground
The playground suits a wide age range
Modern equipment caters for toddlers through to pre-teens, so multiple children at different ages can play together comfortably.
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Jesus Green is open all day, every day with no gates or entrance fees. This is a public park.
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