Walsall Arboretum
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Beautiful place, loads to do and loads of space to relax
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Let's face it , Walsall doesn't get the best press, but the Arbo as we veterans call it, really is the best thing in Walsall and beats any park in Birmingham hands down.
There has been a transformation over the last few years not only in the quality of the landscaping and facilities but also in the approach of staff who acknowledge that the park belongs to the people of Walsall and it is there for their enjoyment.
The Splash Pad is a work of genius, I have never seen so many happy smiling faces on adults and children alike. The staff work hard to keep the surroundings clean and tidy, the tennis and table tennis are free and the picnic areas are peaceful and relaxing. The cafe overlooks the lake and I doubt there could be a better view found anywhere . Clare is a fund of knowledge about the variety of ducks and geese on the lake and duck food is available(no bread, bad for birds). You can even take a swan shaped pedalo out, lifejackets supplied, if feeling bold. The former golf course is now Walsall Country Park, no risk of being brained by a golf ball any more(weren't the old days fun!) It is a joy to watch little ones Going on a Bear Hunt , there are few places in towns where kids can walk through swishy swashy grass and use their imagination
There has been a transformation over the last few years not only in the quality of the landscaping and facilities but also in the approach of staff who acknowledge that the park belongs to the people of Walsall and it is there for their enjoyment.
The Splash Pad is a work of genius, I have never seen so many happy smiling faces on adults and children alike. The staff work hard to keep the surroundings clean and tidy, the tennis and table tennis are free and the picnic areas are peaceful and relaxing. The cafe overlooks the lake and I doubt there could be a better view found anywhere . Clare is a fund of knowledge about the variety of ducks and geese on the lake and duck food is available(no bread, bad for birds). You can even take a swan shaped pedalo out, lifejackets supplied, if feeling bold. The former golf course is now Walsall Country Park, no risk of being brained by a golf ball any more(weren't the old days fun!) It is a joy to watch little ones Going on a Bear Hunt , there are few places in towns where kids can walk through swishy swashy grass and use their imagination
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Fun for all the family with plenty to do and occasional fun fairs and shows
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Best Park Ever luv it
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Surprisingly good park for children!
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Amazing Day Out Highly Recommended
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Fantastic to see some lovely and cheap activities going on throughout the summer for kids.
Myself and a friend took our kids aged 5 and 7 to do the den building and tree spirits activity. Only £2 for 2 hours of outdoorsy fun.
We were a little sceptical for a while as the man running the activity didn't seem to have much to say. Was very quiet and didn't really excite the kids in any way. We were expecting the kids to be shown how to make dens, but the were just kind of pointed to piles of branches and told to make their den.
I must say the tree spirit part really saved the day here and the kids loved making them with clay and bits of forest.
The visitors centre looks lovely, i wished id had to time to stop for a drink after. Maybe next time!
Myself and a friend took our kids aged 5 and 7 to do the den building and tree spirits activity. Only £2 for 2 hours of outdoorsy fun.
We were a little sceptical for a while as the man running the activity didn't seem to have much to say. Was very quiet and didn't really excite the kids in any way. We were expecting the kids to be shown how to make dens, but the were just kind of pointed to piles of branches and told to make their den.
I must say the tree spirit part really saved the day here and the kids loved making them with clay and bits of forest.
The visitors centre looks lovely, i wished id had to time to stop for a drink after. Maybe next time!
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Took my young children there, we started with a bike ride through a beautiful and well kept park and then ended up in the adventure island for a play on the brilliant equipment and ending with the splash pad. We spent 3 hrs there and loved every minute, couldn't escape the balloon man though ( £5 a balloon).
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Well kept. Good for walks or kids
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A pleasant Park for young and old alike with boats, walks and play area
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Okay
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Lovely park and walks. Cafe fine bit noisy. Children's play area would be good
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Best park in miles. Spacious and well kept. Beautiful. Most people seem to go to the play area which is for children, but miss exploring the arboretum itself. It is stunningly beautiful and well looked after. You just dont expect a place like this in this area. Straight out of fairy tales!
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I go to the Arboretum most days walking the dog, or taking children to play. Have been visiting since 1960's ! The Arboretum has never been better - it is maintained, and has been improved, to an excellent standard.
There is the Lake area with the new visitor centre and cafe - feed the ducks ( provided appropriate food only please! ) and enjoy the more formal gardens and trees.
The extension has children's play area, skatepark, basketball court, tennis courts and table tennis tables, plus wide areas to play and picnic in.
The Country Park is wilder and fairly recently planted with trees - makes a great escape from our busy town and connects to other rural bits via the canal.
Please respect and enjoy the Arboretum - but please take your rubbish home or put it in the bins provided.
There is the Lake area with the new visitor centre and cafe - feed the ducks ( provided appropriate food only please! ) and enjoy the more formal gardens and trees.
The extension has children's play area, skatepark, basketball court, tennis courts and table tennis tables, plus wide areas to play and picnic in.
The Country Park is wilder and fairly recently planted with trees - makes a great escape from our busy town and connects to other rural bits via the canal.
Please respect and enjoy the Arboretum - but please take your rubbish home or put it in the bins provided.
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Great for family day out nice to take a picnic got a small park with a outdoor pool plenty of space to run around and kick a football got a tennis court I always walk my dog around here
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There is something for everyone here. The grounds are really well looked after and enjoyed by every age group. The playground is a cheap but great day out for children, the tennis courts are free, fixed table tennis, basketball, trim track, lake, bowls it is all there in beautiful grounds.
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I walk here with my dog so often I can forget how lovely it is even if we do the same routes it's always a joy , park run every Saturday morning , tennis bowls play area and so many routes to explore and great parking so lucky to have the opportunity to walk here
Cafe and visitors centre are a nice drop off just wish they served nicer cofffee 😀
Cafe and visitors centre are a nice drop off just wish they served nicer cofffee 😀
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What a wonderful sanctuary in the middle of a town, quite simply a place to loose yourself in and forget all your troubles beautiful cafe beautiful walks
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Love the arbo and the new a cafe is a great addition to a wonderful park. So lucky to have it on the doorstep. My little boy just loves the splash park. Just need some sun now!
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Huge park for day out with kids.there is a playing area as well.fun fair during summer
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Lovely park with beautiful ponds lots for the kids cycle track and a great splash pad for the kids to enjoy even found a coffe and tea stand
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Great place to enjoy the outside good for kids
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Lovey to have a stroll around park with scenic views around the lake. Good facilities for hot drinks and snacks.
Park area for children well equipped and safe with attendants around. Water area clean and lots of fun for all ages of children.
Great free family day out.
Park area for children well equipped and safe with attendants around. Water area clean and lots of fun for all ages of children.
Great free family day out.
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Great place to walk around and take in the history. Great for all ages
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It's been a long time since Iwas last there .
Wow what a difference it's been modernised .well looked after .a great place to go with family and friends .
Wow what a difference it's been modernised .well looked after .a great place to go with family and friends .
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