Introduction
The original layout featured a tree-lined north-south axis with a bandstand in a central circular area, from which a tree-lined path ran to the south-west corner; a perimeter walk with trees and shrubs encircled the park. Seats, a drinking fountain, refreshment room, shelter and swings were added and by 1939 a bowling green, tennis courts and playground existed in the northern section. The Daisy Parsons Memorial Garden was created to commemorate the former Mayor of West Ham.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
The park is open from dawn to dusk. Arc in the Park open term-time Tue-Fri 3.30-6.30; Sat 9.30-4; holidays M-F 9.30-4pm.
Directions
Tube: Plaistow; West Ham (District/Hammersmith & City). DLR: Canning Town. Rail: Canning Town. Bus: 5, 15, 69, 241, 276, 300, 330, 474
Owners
LB Newham
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Recreational/sport
Principal Building
Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces
Survival
Extant
Hectares
4.15
Open to the public
Yes
- References
Contributors
London Parks and Gardens Trust