If you’re looking for a quieter option to busy Pittville or Montpellier, Hatherley Park is a great spot with lots going for it.

Whilst there are some things for the older kids (basketball hoop and large climb frame), Hatherley Park really comes into it’s own if you have pre-schoolers.

Once in the park there’s a pretty lake with very friendly ducks and some good spots for feeding.

The toddler play area has quite a lot of activities including cradle-swings, a slide, train and seesaw and crucially, just one entrance/exit which is handy if you’re trying to keep an eye on two.

Getting to Hatherley Park (information from Cheltenham Borough Council)

Bus
The 97/98, 94U and 10 bus routes have stops within 5 minutes walking distance of the park. View a map of Cheltenham bus routes.

Road
Street parking is available on Hatherley Court Road, which is the northern entrance and also on Bournside Road, the southern entrance.