Take a breather – with so many parks, gardens, and green spaces around Swansea Bay, you’ll never be far from a peaceful stroll in the park, a colourful flower display, or a family fun day out.
Six of Swansea’s parks have been awarded the coveted Green Flag certification, which honours the country’s best parks and green spaces. The region’s must-see gardens and green spaces include Clyne Gardens, Singleton Botanical Gardens, Victoria Park, Cwmdonkin Park, Parc Llewelyn, and Brynmill Park.
Singleton Park (SA2 8PY):
A large park that is famous for its acres of space and variety of landscapes. Singleton has its own Botanical Gardens, lake, and hosts several high profile music events. It also has great facilities for families:
– Crazy Golf – open weekends and school holidays from 1st May 2021. (11am-5pm, £3.15 per person, £2.65 concession)
– Boating Lake with pedaloes (currently closed, planning to re-open during May – to be confirmed)
– Children’s play area.
Clyne Gardens (SA3 5BA):
Internationally famous for its collections of Rhododendrons, Pieris and Enkianthus, this landscaped parkland has many interesting features, including a folly (the Admiral’s Tower) and Japanese bridge and the tallest recorded Magnolia in Britain.
Cwmdonkin Park (SA2 0RA):
Situated in the Uplands area of the city, Cwmdonkin will always be associated with Dylan Thomas, who grew up overlooking the Park and played there as a boy. The Park has a children’s play area, bowling green, tennis courts and café.
Southend Gardens (SA3 5TN):
A popular park in a seafront location in Mumbles, with colourful, formal bedding displays and a host of activities for families including:
– Crazy Golf – open weekends and school holidays from 1st May 2021. (11am-5pm, £3.15 per person, £2.65 concession)
– Children’s play area and picnic tables
– Boules area and tennis court
