Parks and open spaces
Parks and Open Spaces
There are many opportunities to take part in a wide range of activities in the Parks and Open Spaces in the Borough.
Whether you want to take in the fresh air of the countryside or simply enjoy a restful afternoon in the Park we hope you enjoy your visit.
We wish you to enjoy the quality of facilities when you visit our green spaces.
If you have any comments regarding the provision or maintenance of the grounds or play features, please contact the Landscape Manager on (01322) 343231 or grounds.maintenance@dartford.gov.uk with your comments.
Alternatively, we would encourage you to use the on-line survey facility at GreenSpace.
Parks
The Borough has two major parks for your enjoyment:-
Park facilities include floral displays, children’s play areas, sports areas and public conveniences
Countryside Sites
- Dartford Heath is an area of 130 hectares and provides opportunities for informal recreation. The heathland soils supports a unique range of wildlife and is popular with dog walkers.
- Darenth Country park opened
to the public in Spring 2002 and is one of 21 sites developed through
Groundworks ‘Changing Places’ programme. The site offers
a variety of surfaced and unsurfaced paths including cycle routes.
Car parking is provided at the main entrance off Gore Road. The site includes a scheduled ancient monument, a site of special scientific interest, horse grazing and a newly created "traditional" orchard. - Darenth Woods is an area of approximately 300 acres of ancient coppiced woodland, and can be accessed from Watling Street or Waller Park.
- Beacon Wood Country Park which is owned and managed by Kent County Council.
Events in Parks and Open Spaces
Our green areas are provided for your enjoyment. If you wish to use one of the sites for an organised event please contact us. We want the community to use these areas and therefore welcome such approaches. It may be a sponsored walk or a community festival that you have in mind, just contact our staff on 01322 343839 and we will try to help you.
Booking Sports Pitches
Our facilities are limited and you are encouraged to book well in advance to avoid disappointment. Seasonal or individual bookings are possible.
- Dartford Heath Seasonal Use - Senior Pitch with pavilion (Alternate Sundays) - £635.00
- Deposit against Damage and Litter - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - £100.00
- Central Park Seasonal Use - Junior Pitch with no pavilion (Every Sunday) - - - - £475.00
For the range of fees and charges or to book please call 01322 343585.
