Parks and Gardens

Singleton Park

Situated close to the city centre and the beach, you'll find acres of green and tranquil space to explore at Swansea Bay’s largest park - Singleton Park. The park is home to gorgeous Botanical Gardens, a boating lake where you can hire a pedalo, a crazy golf course and play park. Each year the park hosts many events from top music concerts to food festivals and more.   

Singleton Park Botanical Gardens house one of Wales' premier plant collections, with herbaceous borders, wildflower garden and three large glasshouses. Find out more

Accessibility: Singleton Park is accessible. Post code: SA2 8PY

Clyne Gardens

Blooming with rare species and internationally known for its superb collection of Rhododendrons, Clyne Gardens adds a touch of sparkle to Swansea Bay throughout the year.  Dog walkers and families will enjoy the charm of Clyne, look out for the Japanese bridge and the tower folly! Green fingered visitors will enjoy Clyne in Bloom which takes place every May.  

Accessibility: Clyne has some steep paths which can be difficult for non-motorised wheelchairs and those with pushchairs. There are some stepped areas, though none on the tarmaced main path that winds up through the park. Post code: SA3 5BA

Cwmdonkin Park

Boasting the perfect blend of natural beauty, excellent facilities and a fun packed events programme, Cwmdonkin Park is well worth a visit, it is particularly great for families. Located in the park you'll find a bowling green, a fantastic children’s play area, walking trails, tea rooms and no less than four tennis courts! You won’t fail to notice the presence of one of our most famous residents – Dylan Thomas. Dylan wrote many fond descriptions of Cwmdonkin Park (most notably ‘this world within the world of the sea town’ in his memoirs), and there are lots of Dylan references throughout the Park – a giant pencil tree sculpture to name just one. It also forms part of the Uplands Trail which explores the area of Uplands where Dylan was born and lived much of his early life.

Accessibility:

Gate 1: Park Road, this is accessible to all.
Gate 2: Cockleshell path, this has a 40° incline, it is accessible to some disability groups.
Gate 3: Penlan Crescent top, this has a 40° incline, it is accessible to some disability groups.
Gate 4: Penlan Crescent Bottom, this has a 45° incline, it is accessible to some disability groups.
Gate 5: Clevedon Court, this has a 10° ramp, it is accessible to all.
Gate 6: The Grove, this has a step to a 35° incline, it is accessible to some disability groups. 
Post code: SA2 0PR

Penllergare Valley Woods

A secret and magical place, Penllergare Valley Woods is one of our hidden gems. Teeming with lakes, waterfalls, wildlife and flowers, raw nature at its majestic best. It’s also home to a welcoming modern café.  A secret and magical place, Penllergare Valley Woods is one of our hidden gems. Teeming with lakes, waterfalls, wildlife and flowers, raw nature at its majestic best. It’s also home to a welcoming modern café.  

Accessibility: The coffee shop is fully accessible, and you will find disabled parking and disabled toilet/baby changing facilities. Access for visitors with mobility issues, wheelchairs and pushchairs around the estate is limited at present due to the steep nature of this historic picturesque site. If you require more specific information, please contact Penllergare Valley Woods directly.
Post code: SA4 9GS

Plantasia

Bringing the outside in, Plantasia is a unique tropical haven bursting with wonderful plants and animals. Slightly more exotic than your average park or garden, it is a fantastic place to visit – not least for the novelty of walking through a rainforest in the heart of a city centre! Children will have a great time meeting some of Plantasia’s residents; including crocodiles, meerkats, monkeys, leopard cats and a variety of creepy crawlies, while learning about the importance of protecting our environment. There are also special tropical and arid climate zones where you will find exotic fruit and plants, cacti and lots more. Find out more.

Accessibility: Access is excellent, with full wheelchair access to all areas of Plantasia. Post code: SA1 2AL

Brynmill Park

Brynmill is an extremely popular urban park with superb facilities, that are great for families. You’ll find a bowling green, children’s play area, and a lake teeming with wildlife. What really makes Brynmill Park so popular is its fantastic and unique outdoor classroom, the Discovery Centre. Overlooking the lake, you can watch birds and wildlife in their natural habitat, as well as enjoying fun arts and crafts and interactive games. Interesting fact – Brynmill Park dates back to 1872, and has the honour of being Swansea’s first informal, then formal park.

Accessibility: Brynmill Park is accessible to all. Post Code: SA2 0JQ

Victoria Park

Popular with residents and visitors alike, Victoria Park is renowned for its striking flower beds and herbaceous borders. Located right on Swansea Bay seafront next to the Historic Brangwyn Hall, and with more than enough benches to go round, it is the perfect place to relax and watch the world go by. And it’s not just nice views and stunning floral displays, the park is also packed with fun activities for all ages – including a basketball court, tennis court, BMX / skate ramps, a children’s play area and a Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA). Fancy a snack? Head to the Kiosk where you will find a lovely array of food and drinks.

Accessibility: Victoria Park is accessible to all. Post Code: SA1 4NP

Southend Gardens

A fantastic park based in Mumbles, sit back and enjoy the stunning scenery over Swansea Bay. Enjoy a bit of friendly competition? Winner takes all on the Crazy Golf course. Set up camp on one of the picnic tables, and watch the children have fun in the excellent play area.

Accessibility: Easy pedestrian and wheelchair/pram access from Cornwall Place, directly adjacent to Mumbles Road. Post Code: SA3 5TN

Blackpill Lido

A different kind of park – this one’s a waterpark! Blackpill Lido is Swansea’s only outdoor waterpark, and it’s completely free of charge. A must when the sun is shining, it has a superb paddling pool, children’s play area, a climbing rock and picnic facilities. The park is very close to Clyne Gardens, so why not make a day of it and combine the two!

Accessibility: Pedestrian and wheelchair/pram access, directly adjacent to Mumbles Road. Post Code: SA3 5AS