Visiting Homestead Park in York

We have started up a list of places in Yorkshire to visit that we haven’t been to before and I really wanted to include places that are free and don’t take up a whole day to visit. So first up on our list was Homestead Park, a place we had heard good things about but hadn’t found ourselves there until a recent visit to York.

The first thing that struck me was the fact it reminded me of a good old fashioned park that I would have visited lots in my childhood, it’s been open for over a century now. Maintained by the Joseph Rowntree foundation it’s plain to see that a lot of care is taken in the upkeep of the park. So here is my mini review and main points to note when visiting Homestead Park.

The flower beds and grass were very well tended, with a fun element for the children thrown into them. They currently have a Wallace and Gromit Park theme, so you can admire the flowers whilst they spot characters from the well-loved films.
There is a large peaceful circular pond walk where you can spot ducks.
There is a large grassy area with benches dotted about.

A very extensive play park set out in several sections; first off is an area for infants and young children with an old fashioned horse rocker, swings, slide and train. Then there is another section with a helter skelter slide and several really good climbing frames and more swings. There is also football nets and permanent table tennis tables. There really is plenty of play park equipment and it didn’t seem crowded. There is something for all ages and abilities to master and all with protective wood chip flooring

There is a pop up library which is part of York Library service.
Mobile seasonal cafe van that serves food, refreshments & ice creams – I enjoyed a cup of coffee.
Toilet and Baby change facilities
Wildflower, meadow and Picnic Area.