Creekmouth Open Space River Road, Barking IG11 0DS
About the Business
Creekmouth Open Space is an expansive and picturesque public park located on River Road in the bustling borough of Barking. Spread across several acres of land, this park is a wonderful establishment for the local community and visitors alike to enjoy a range of outdoor activities, while also taking in the natural beauty of its surroundings.
The park features an array of lush greenery, walking trails, and open spaces that offer ample opportunities for relaxing and unwinding. It's the perfect place to spend some quality time with family and friends, have a picnic, or even enjoy a quiet moment of solitude while admiring the serene landscape around you.
Creekmouth Open Space is also home to a range of recreational facilities, including a children's playground, basketball and tennis courts, and a large football field. These facilities offer a great way to stay active and engaged while in the park, and are particularly popular with families and sports enthusiasts.
As a point of interest, the park is well-known for its abundant wildlife, particularly in the summer months when you may spot dragonflies and butterflies flitting about. The park is also surrounded by picturesque waterways, providing a tranquil backdrop for an afternoon stroll or picnic.
Overall, Creekmouth Open Space is a true gem within the Barking community, offering a wonderful opportunity to experience the outdoors, stay active, and relax in a serene environment. Whether you're a local resident or just visiting the area, this park is not to be missed.
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Location & Phone number
River Rd., Barking IG11 0DS, United Kingdom
Reviews
"It's a pretty bleak place in the middle of winter but it has a certain mystique about it. Its history and the fact that it's off the beaten track makes it special. Unfortunately, the bins by the main gate are overflowing, something which appears to be a recurring problem."
"Difficult to get to (although now more accessible from new Barking Riverside Stn), scruffy, untidy building sites and industrial buildings, and the refuse depot stinks - but the history of Creekmouth village depicted on two murals is fascinating! One mural is almost opposite the pub on River Road, telling stories from village life and the disastrous floods in 1952/3. Another plaque inside the park depicts a map of the village before it was finally demolished in 1958, with lists of the families that lived and scratched a living there for generations. Some of the information is available online, but much better to go there next to the Barking Creek Flood Barrier and read about it in the place where it all happened."
"Unbelievable. This place is unreal as it's well hidden beyond some industrial estate. Lovely bit of public open space with decent views across the river. A little bit vandalised, but not too much."
"This small open space is accessed from River Road. While it's a bit hard to get to, it's worth a visit for the expansive views across the River Thames at the mouth of Barking Creek."
"Been a great place to fish for over 40years, seen the thames get cleaner in this time & more species caught from eels flounder & seabass to roach/bream hybrids & carp under the watchful eye of a breeding pair of peregrine Falcons feeding on the local pigeons aswell as seals & dolphins on occasions during the summer months. Great selection of wading birds at low water from oyster catchers to sandpipers with the odd white egret."
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