At a glance
- Now
- Open access
- Age
- Babies, Toddlers, Children
- Price
- Free
- Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne
More to know
- Booking
- Drop in
- Indoors or outdoors
- Outdoors
- Visit length
- Quick stop, Half a day
Price band: Free · How we use price bands
These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.
- Free
- No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
- Low
- Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
- Medium
- A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
- High
- Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.
About this activity
A free public park in Heaton with separate play areas for younger and older children, open green space and surfaced paths that are suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Pavilion facilities include toilets when open.
Open access
The outdoor site is accessible at any time. Visitor centres, facilities and paid activities may have separate seasonal hours.
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Location
Heaton Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 5JSKeep exploring
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