Greenhead Park

A vibrant Victorian park just minutes from Huddersfield town centre.

Opened in 1884, Greenhead Park has been a cherished green space for over 130 years. Loved by all ages, it draws visitors from near and far with its scenic beauty, vibrant events, and welcoming atmosphere.

Whether you're meeting friends, enjoying the seasonal views, playing in the park, or relaxing with a coffee by the tennis courts, it's the perfect place to unwind.

Where to find the park

Situated only half a mile from Huddersfield town centre, the park is a world away from the hustle and bustle of the shops, offices and stresses and strains of urban life.

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AccessAble Route Guides available


This park has AccessAble Route Guides. View the guides for information on how to get to this park.

View AccessAble Route Guide - Huddersfield Bus Station to Greenhead Park View AccessAble Route Guide - Huddersfield Railway Station to Greenhead Park

Opening times

The park is open every day from 7am. Closing times vary throughout the year:

  • January and February: 7am - 6pm
  • March and April: 7am - 8pm
  • May, June, July and August: 7am - 10pm
  • September and October: 7am - 8pm
  • November and December: 7am - 6pm

Activities

There are lots of healthy, sociable and exciting activities taking place in the park every week and a wide variety of one-off events too.

Events and Facebook

Features and facilities

Skate park

Greenhead Park's skatepark is a popular spot for young people to sharpen their skills. Open to skateboarders, BMX riders, and rollerbladers, it's free to use and accessible during park opening hours.

Bowling greens

Greenhead Park has two bowling greens, regularly used by the Greenhead Park Bowling Club for matches and practice. One green is usually open to the public during the bowling season, and newcomers are warmly encouraged to give the sport a try.

Huddersfield Croquet Club also play on the lower green and welcome new members.

Refreshment rooms and public toilets

Located near the tennis courts, the 1920s refreshment pavilion has been fully refurbished. It now houses a popular café, public toilets, and a community room available for hire by schools and groups.

Opening hours

Opening times may vary with the weather.

  • Summer - 9am - 4pm
  • Winter - 10am - 3pm

Changing places toilet

Greenhead Park offers a fully equipped Changing Places Toilet for visitors who need extra support. The facility includes a ceiling-mounted hoist, changing bench, peninsular toilet, adjustable wash basin, grab rails, privacy screen, and optionally a shower.

Designed to promote independence and dignity, it's open daily with seasonal hours. For full details, visit the Changing Places Toilets webpage.

Miniature railway, horse and carriage rides and children's rides

Miniature steam railway

Operated by volunteers from the Huddersfield Society of Model Engineers, this charming railway has been delighting visitors since 2000. Live steam locomotives run along a 1/3 mile track, with rides starting and finishing at the station behind the Refreshment Rooms.

  • Open Saturdays: 1:30pm - 4pm
  • Weather and volunteer availability permitting

A fun experience for all ages!

Children's play areas

Greenhead Park features two exciting play areas for children of all ages:

  • Main play area - (near the café and sports courts): Includes a zip wire, play tower, swings, climbing wall, and a fenced area with smaller equipment for younger children.
  • Central play area - Offers modern equipment and natural play features in the heart of the park

Both areas have picnic tables, making them perfect for family outings.

Lakes and wildlife

Ornamental lake

The largest of Greenhead Park's five lakes has been beautifully reconstructed and is now a popular spot for both visitors and local wildlife. It's a peaceful place to relax, enjoy nature, and take in the scenic views.

The beautiful lake in Greenhead Park

Bandstand

Dating back to the 1890s, the beautifully restored timber bandstand with its elegant chinoiserie design is a standout feature of the park and a central stage for musical events and performances.

Looking up towards the bandstand in Greenhead Park

Italian gardens

The Italian Gardens are the part of the park which is the more tranquil, relaxing area - with all the flower beds, focused around the recently refurbished fountain.

Conservatory and café

Originally built in the late 1920s, the conservatory has been fully reglazed and now connects to a modern two-storey extension. This elegant space houses a stylish café and restaurant, offering a scenic spot to dine and host events within the park.

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AccessAble Access Guide available


The Conservatory Café has an AccessAble Access Guide. View the guide for information on how to access the café as well as what facilities are available.

View AccessAble Access Guide - The Conservatory Café

Opening times

  • Monday to Friday: 10am till 3pm
  • Saturday and Sunday, Bank and school holidays: 9am till 4pm

Contact

Pavilion

Home to the Friends of Greenhead Park, the Bowling Club, and the Huddersfield Croquet Club, the pavilion serves as a hub for community activity. Weekly drop-in sessions are held here, and park event information is displayed in the windows.

Pe´tanque terrain

Opened in 2013, Greenhead Park's Pe´tanque offers a fun and social way to enjoy this classic French game, similar to boules.

  • Club sessions: Sundays, Tuesdays & Thursdays at 1pm (near the Marsh gates)
  • Cost: £18 annual membership
  • Who can join: Visitors and beginners are welcome to join in and try for free equipment provided.

Run by Huddersfield Pe´tanque it's a great way to meet people and enjoy the outdoors.

Tennis and multi sports courts

Greenhead Park offers nine hard-surface tennis courts and two Multi-Use Games Areas (MUGAs) all free to use all year round. Whether you're into tennis, football, basketball, or other court sports, there's space for everyone to play and stay active.

Register and book a tennis court online

Select a court and date that you would like to reserve

Clock Completing this form takes around 10 minutes.

Book a tennis court

After you've applied

You will receive confirmation by email for your booking and will need to bring a copy of your booking email, as this is a self policing system.

Your court will be booked for 60 minutes on your day of choice.

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