park gardens · playground · botanic garden
Royal Victoria Park
An outdoor park-gardens in Bath and North East Somerset
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A wet day — perfect for indoor exploration
Setting
Outdoor
Entry
Free / cheap
Who for
Toddler-friendly · Ages 2–12
Royal Victoria Park is a sprawling public park in Bath, offering a delightful blend of natural beauty and family-friendly amenities. The park features a large children's playground with equipment suitable for toddlers to older kids, including swings, slides, and climbing frames. A highlight is the Victorian Botanic Garden, with a lake and a variety of plants, perfect for a leisurely stroll. Facilities include a café, toilets, and ample seating areas. Free entry and open daily Adventure playground for ages 2-12 Botanic garden with seasonal flowers Lake with ducks and geese Tennis courts and bowling green On-site café
Practical tip: Parking is limited; consider walking from Bath city centre. Great for picnics and outdoor play.
What parents should know
Royal Victoria Park is a sprawling public park in Bath, offering a delightful blend of natural beauty and family-friendly amenities.
Parking
Parking is tight – walk from the city centre instead
Parking at Royal Victoria Park is limited. Walking from Bath city centre is often easier, especially if you have a buggy.
Food & drink
Bring a picnic – the café may have limited options
There's an on-site café, but bringing a picnic gives you more flexibility and better value for larger families.
Playground
Adventure playground suits ages 2–12
The adventure playground has equipment for toddlers through to older children, so the whole family can use it together.
Location and map
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Opening hours
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Last checked 25 May 2026, 10:44.
Park is open at all times, year-round. No admission charge.
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