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West Bank Park
An outdoor park-gardens in York
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Setting
Outdoor
Entry
Free / cheap
Who for
Toddler-friendly · Ages 0–18+
West Bank Park is a large 40-acre public park in Acomb, York, offering a wide range of facilities perfect for a family day out. The park features multiple play areas including a toddler playground, junior playground, and a teenage skate park. There is also a trim trail, formal gardens, a lake with ducks and geese, and plenty of open space for picnics and ball games.
Key highlights for families:
Three age-separated play zones (toddler, junior, and skate park)
Free parking and free entry
On-site café and public toilets
Nature trail and wildlife spotting around the lake
Accessible paths suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs
Practical tips: The park is open daily from dawn until dusk. The café is open during daylight hours. Bring bird food for the ducks. The skate park is popular with older children and teenagers. Free parking is available on Gale Lane.
What parents should know
West Bank Park is a large 40-acre public park in Acomb, York, offering a wide range of facilities perfect for a family day out.
Playground
Three separate play areas for different ages
The park has dedicated toddler, junior, and teenage skate areas, so you can find age-appropriate equipment without younger children getting in the way of older ones.
Value
Free parking and free entry
No admission charge and free parking on Gale Lane makes this an excellent budget-friendly option for families.
Buggy
Pushchair-friendly paths throughout
Accessible paths suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs mean you can navigate the park easily with younger children and buggies.
Location and map
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Opening hours
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Last checked 24 May 2026, 11:09.
Park is open daily all year and not locked at night. Play areas are locked at night. Public toilets open 08:00-dusk.
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