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South Park, Ilford

Introduction

The park contains a large lake with several islands, formed by diverting water from Loxford Water, part of Seven Kings Brook, and the landscape has mature trees including oak, beech, lime and horse chestnut. The site of the bandstand remains marked by hedging and a tarmac path skirts the perimeter of the park.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

The park is open daily 8am-dusk, but is closed on Christmas Day.

Directions

Rail: Seven Kings. Bus: 86, 128, 129, 145, 366

Owners

LB Redbridge

History

Period

  • 20th Century (1901 to 2000)
  • Early 20th Century (1901 to 1932)
Features & Designations

Designations

  • Site of Local Importance for Nature Conservation

Key Information

Type

Park

Purpose

Recreational/sport

Principal Building

Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces

Period

20th Century (1901 to 2000)

Survival

Extant

Hectares

12.96

Open to the public

Yes

References

Contributors

  • London Parks and Gardens Trust