Goresbrook Park
Goresbrook Park in Dagenham is a great place to relax and enjoy outdoor activities. Whether you want to play sports, let your kids have fun in the play areas, or take a peaceful walk, Goresbrook Park has something for everyone. The park follows the Gores Brook and is divided into three sections by Dagenham Avenue. It’s a favourite spot for both locals and visitors.
The park follows the Gores Brook, a stream that starts north of Wood Lane and flows across Parsloes Park to Dagenham Breach. The park is divided into three sections by Dagenham Avenue and has been a central part of the community for many years.
The Gores Brook has historical significance as part of the area’s natural drainage system. It flows into Dagenham Breach, a lake created by a great flood in 1707. Before this flood, the Gores Brook ran directly into the Thames. Over the years, the park has evolved to meet the community’s needs, providing green spaces and facilities for various activities.
In the mid-20th century, the park was developed to include sports facilities and play areas, making it popular with families and sports enthusiasts. The park’s design and layout have been continually improved to ensure it remains a welcoming and accessible space for all visitors.
Discover more about Goresbrook Park and plan your visit today!
Key Information
Getting There
Location
Barking Park, Longbridge Road, Barking, IG11 8TA
Contact
Telephone 0208 215 3000
Email parksandenvironment@lbbd.gov.uk
Parking
Unfortunately, there is no on-site parking available. To make your visit easier and stress‑free, we kindly recommend using public transport such as Dagenham Heathway station and the145 and 173 buses.
Accessibility
The park has well-maintained paths and seating areas.
Sporting Facilities
Grass pitches for mini soccer
Multi-sport courts
Basketball courts
5-a-side courts
Play Areas
Children’s play area
Skatepark
Do's
Be kind to wildlife – Enjoy watching animals and birds, but don’t disturb them.
Walking your dog? Keep them under control and always keep them on a lead near:
- Playgrounds, play areas
- Lakes (to protect nesting birds)
- Public buildings
- Always clean up after your dog using the bins provided
Picnics are welcome! Just remember to take all your rubbish home with you.
Countryside byelaws
The London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, like other councils, has wide powers to make byelaws in relation to a range of areas under its control. Generally, byelaws seek to uphold good order, government and public health
Report to us
Please help the Ranger Service by reporting any problems you see or ideas that you have that will improve your enjoyment of the parks and nature reserves in the borough.
Don'ts
Don’t harm or disturb wildlife – It’s against the law to hurt or scare wild animals or birds.
Don’t damage or disturb animal homes like nests or burrows, especially during breeding season.
No hunting or capturing. No traps, nets, or snares – These can harm protected animals.
Birds of prey can only be brought in with permission. Please see the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.
No fishing, except at Eastbrookend Country Park (with a valid rod licence). Check fishing rules here.
No swimming in lakes or walking on them when they are frozen.
No model boats.
Fires, and barbecues are strictly forbidden.
Camping is not allowed.
No setting up tents, gazebos, or marquees without permission.
Don’t climb on:
- Fences, walls, or railings
- Trees or park structures (enclosures, posts…etc)
- No motorbikes in the park
- No model aircrafts or drones
- No selling or trading in the park
Other Facilities
Water course
Paths for walking and cycling
Keep an eye on our events calendar for upcoming events
Goresbrook Park hosts various events and activities throughout the year, including community gatherings and seasonal festivals.
Wild and Free in LBBD
Each year the Barking & Dagenham Park Ranger Service invites local residents to share their experiences of LBBD’s parks through the Wild & Free Photo Competition.
Friends of the parks
Are you interested in making a positive contribution to the management and development of your local park? Then please join the Friends group to help make a difference.
Community groups
Read more about some of the brilliant local organisations (that we sometimes partner with) who support the local community and help make our borough a better place to live.
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