Old Court House
This park has achieved a Green Flag Award for 2007-2008.
Location
Address
- Manor Close, Chipping Barnet, EN5 4BP
Getting there
- Location of Old Court House Park: map (external link)
Bus Routes
- 34, 84, 107 184, 234, 263, 307, 326, 384 and 389 all stop nearby.
Underground
- Station: High Barnet.
- Tube Line: Northern Line.
- Distance: Less than ten minutes walk away
Facilities
- Bowls green with pavilion
- Café
- Car park
- Play area
- Tennis courts x6
- Site-based Park Keeper.
Booking
For sports lettings or events call the lettings office on 020 8359 7829 or email parks@barnet.gov.uk
Description
Linear park connecting Wood Street with Mays Lane, situated behind houses. The layout contains formal gardens with an ornamental pond, rockery and numerous specimen trees, plus sports facilities for bowls and tennis. Its location, near to the town centre and college, make this a very popular park. Entrances can also be found on Orchard Road and Mays Lane.
History
Orginally a pasture with stables and a brewery, Barnet Urban District Council purchased the buildings in 1912 and the county court was held there till the start of WW1. The remainder of the estate was bought in 1923 and opened to the public the following year.
Management
The vision for Old Court House Recreation Ground is to combine modern facilities for local people whilst preserving its historic character.
We will continue engagement with the local community to galvanise public support for the park and ensure it serves the needs of the community now and in the future. For further information, please use the contact details opposite.
