Black Park Country Park
ENTRY
Free
WHERE
Slough
What it’s like
Woodland trails, a big adventure playground and Go Ape's treetop courses, with entry to the park itself free.
The Emma Sallis Adventure Playground is the obvious first stop, with climbing frames and cradle swings that'll keep younger children busy while you find your bearings. Older kids and anyone feeling brave should head for Go Ape, the treetop rope courses and zip wires that make this more than just a park with swings. Save that one for last, since it's the bit they'll talk about on the way home.
Beyond the playground there are proper trails for walking, jogging or cycling, so a buggy or a bike will get plenty of use here. The park itself doesn't charge for entry, which makes it an easy one to add to the diary without checking the budget first, though Go Ape is a paid activity on top and worth planning around rather than turning up and hoping.
There are Forest School events too, aimed at children of different ages and abilities, which is a nice option if your lot are the sort who'd rather build a den than queue for a swing. The Four Seasons Café does hot food, including handmade pizzas, plus snacks and drinks, so you're not relying on a packed lunch surviving the walk.
Access has clearly been thought about. There's a Changing Places toilet with a peninsular design, a height-adjustable bench and room either side for carers, plus accessible toilets and blue badge parking near the main areas.
Facilities
Need to know
- Best for
- Suits toddlers on the playground up to older kids ready for Go Ape
- Food
- Four Seasons Café serving hot food including fresh handmade pizzas, sweet and savoury snacks, and hot and cold drinks
- Wheelchairs
- Changing Places toilet with peninsular toilet with space on both sides for carers, height-adjustable bench, wide door
- Go Ape is a paid extra on top of the free park entry
- The café does hot food, not just snacks, so lunch is covered
- Forest School events are aimed at different ages and abilities, worth a look if playgrounds aren't the draw
Plan your visit
Is it free to get in?
Yes, the park itself doesn't charge for entry. Go Ape is a separate paid activity if you want the treetop courses.
What is there for younger children?
The Emma Sallis Adventure Playground has climbing frames and cradle swings, and there are Forest School events pitched at different ages and abilities.
Can we take a buggy or bike?
There are trails through the park for walking, jogging and cycling, so both should manage fine.
What food is available?
The Four Seasons Café does hot food including handmade pizzas, along with sweet and savoury snacks and hot and cold drinks.
Is it accessible for wheelchair users?
There's a Changing Places toilet with a peninsular layout, height-adjustable bench and wheelchair turning space, plus accessible toilets and blue badge parking.
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