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Playgrounds in the New Forest

The New Forest playgrounds listed on this website are by no means comprehensive – this is because every single one has been tried and tested by our patient (and worn out) kids! If you’d like to suggest a playground for review, please drop us a line – and we’ll throw the kids in the car and pay it a visit!
East Boldre Playing Field and Pavilion Playground

East Boldre Playing Field and Pavilion Playground

East Boldre playground is something of a hidden gem. It’s not easy to find, but I get the impression that that’s the way it’s supposed to be! The equipment is excellent, both in variety and quantity. There’s a playing field...
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Redlynch Playing Fields Playground

Redlynch Playing Fields Playground

Parking for the Redlynch playground can be found beside the Redlynch Playing Fields and Social Club. There’s a nice feeling of open space, and there’s a countryside feel to the place. The variety of equipment isn’t huge, but it’s thoughtfully...
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Fordingbridge Playground

Fordingbridge Playground

On the banks of the River Avon, next to the 13th Century seven arched bridge, Fordingbridge recreation ground and playground is as picturesque as it could possibly be. The apparatus is arranged within a large area and there is lots...
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Everton Recreation Ground Playground

Everton Recreation Ground Playground

Accessible via Greenmead Avenue or Frys Lane, this tiny playground is modest but enhanced by its grassy surroundings, positioned as it is on the edge of a large playing field. Halfway down the playing fields towards the trees on the...
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Lymington Playground, Barfields

Lymington Playground, Barfields

Please note – this playground has been re-vamped since this review and is much improved. Grim, grim, grim. The playground found next to the churchyard in Lymington is an enigma, wrapped in a riddle. I can’t think of a single...
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Jubilee Field Playground, Sway

Jubilee Field Playground, Sway

Jubilee Field Playground is near the entrance to Sway Village, built in the grounds of the tennis, cricket and football club. The apparatus is mainly made of wood and has a nice environmental feel to it – and it’s all...
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Beaulieu Motor Museum Playground

Beaulieu Motor Museum Playground

Beaulieu Motor Museum playground is much the same as any other playground in many respects – but themed in an ingenious manner. The centrepiece is the excellent vintage bus slide; a miniature of the Edwardian boneshaker that rattles around the museum...
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Bath Road Playground, Lymington

Bath Road Playground, Lymington

The Bath Road playground is positioned on a large grassy area next to Berthon Boatyard and Lymington River. It’s securely fenced off and has modern, fun apparatus. There’s a pay & display car park with WC facilities nearby and great...
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Ashley Playground, Ashley Road

Ashley Playground, Ashley Road

Ashley playground is for under 14s and has a distinctive space-age feel to it. The climbing frame and rocket spring rides set the tone, and a lot of thought has gone into this small space (no pun intended). The playground...
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Boldre Playground, Boldre Hall

Boldre Playground, Boldre Hall

Boldre Thanksgiving War Memorial Hall playground is for under 7s and is in a very picturesque, quiet village. It’s positioned next to the Boldre Hall car park and is safely off the road. It’s a nice spot for a picnic...
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