Purwell Recreation Ground

Open all year

2.4 Ha Recreation Ground in east Hitchin with 8 points of interest

Points of interest

  • Chalk Stream
  • Football Pitches
  • Information Board
  • Outdoor Gym
  • Play Area
  • Toddler Play Area
  • Viewing platform
  • Youth Shelter

On Site Facilities

  • Dog Free Area
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Sheltered Seating

Park Information

In addition to the two formal sports pitches the site offers a wide range of activities. It has a well equipped play area catering for children of all ages. In addition to kicking a ball about the grass there is a hard surfaced ball court that is lit by street lights and has a youth shelter and seating for spectators. An exercise zone contains a range of exercise equipment. There is chalk stream flowing through the site which has its source in the adjacent nature reserve details here. Chalk streams are a rare habitat details here.

How to get here

Parking:

There is no on site parking but parking is available in Purwell Lane directions here.

Public Transport Information:

Information on public transport is available here: www.intalink.org.uk or www.nationalrail.co.uk

Cycling:

There are cycle racks available in the Recreation Ground