PARKS & GARDENS

St Aldhelm's Mead

St Aldhelm's Mead is a Malmesbury Town Council-owned recreation and leisure park which includes a large football ground and children's play area including a 'zip wire'. Features include: Football Pitch, Large and Small Children's Play Area, Inclusive Play Equipment, Disability Friendly Access, Picnic Tables, Benches, Footpaths, Toilets, Zip Wire and Outdoor Gym Equipment. In 2013 Malmesbury Town Council registered the park, together with the next door Cucking Stool Mead, as 'Fields in Trust' which has given lasting protection for these spaces to remain as a free, open recreational areas in the Town. St Aldhelm's Mead is also available to hire for events.

Cloister Gardens

The Cloister Garden is a tranquil garden to the north (rear) of the Abbey and was created in 1980. The Cloister Garden is leased & maintained by Malmesbury Town Council and is available to hire for events. Disability Friendly, Benches, Paths.

Newnton Grove Recreation Park

This park is managed by Malmesbury Town Council and is aimed at younger children.

Filands Community Park

This new park had thousands of pounds of play equipment installed during September 2011. Designed by a local Residents' Group in partnership with Wiltshire Council.

Jubilee Gardens

Fantastic views of the Malmesbury River Valley and Conservation Area. 5 park benches and sensitive planting. Disability access restricted due to steep steps. This area is maintained by the Civic Trust.

Conygre Mead

Conygre Mead is a nature reserve which provides a peaceful haven of some 2.58 hectares for hundreds of different wildlife species and flora.  It is managed by the Malmesbury River Valleys Trust.

Reeds Farm Recreation Park

This park is managed by Malmesbury Town council and features the following facilities: Small Football Pitch, Large and Small Children's Play Area, Inclusive Play Equipment, Disability Friendly Picnic Tables, Benches, Footpaths.

Cuckingstool Mead

Managed by Malmesbury Town Council, this beautiful, natural and unspoiled green space has two picnic benches. In 2013 Malmesbury Town Council registered Cuckingstool Mead as a QEII 'Field in Trust', along with the neighbouring St. Aldhelm's Mead and which has given lasting protection for this space to remain as a free, open recreational area in the Town. In June 2022 to mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, Malmesbury Town Council along with many other locations across the country, celebrated with the lighting of a beacon especially made for the occasion. The Beacon is currently in Cuckingstool Mead.

White Lion Recreation Park

White Lion Park is managed by Malmesbury Town Council. In 2013 Malmesbury Town Council registered the park as a QEII 'Field in Trust' which has given lasting protection for this space to remain as a free, open recreational area in the Town. 2 Football Pitches, Large and Small Children's Play Areas, Inclusive play Equipment, Disability Friendly Access, Picnic Tables, Benches and Footpaths

Holloway Hill Park

Lovely little space with sensitive planting and two bench seats, maintained by Malmesbury Town Council.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Tel: 01666 822 143 or Email: administration@malmesbury.gov.uk

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ATTRACTIONS.

A wonderful place to visit with a wealth of attractions right on the doorstep.

MALMESBURY

MALMESBURY is a vibrant, market town, steeped in history going back to medieval times. Currently home to many famous & popular musical, cultural, and festival events throughout the year, visitors can browse the charming streets with independent retailers, or stop at one of the lively cafes, restaurants, pubs, and bars.

Attractions to visit include the stunning 12th century Malmesbury Abbey, 15th century Market Cross and the Athelstan Museum with a painting of Malmesbury Abbey by JMW Turner. There are also lovely walks along the River Avon.

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CONTACT INFO

Town Hall, Cross Hayes, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9BZ

The Council Office is open for Council business from 9am until 5pm Monday to Thursday & Friday 9am to 4.30pm, except for Bank Holidays.

Please call us on 01666 822143, or visit our contact page here to contact a specific councillor or member of the council staff directly.