Parsloes Park
Parsloes Park in Dagenham is a wonderful 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, Parsloes Park has something for everyone. The park is popular with both locals and visitors, offering a peaceful retreat in the heart of the community.
With its beautiful green spaces, well-maintained facilities, and a variety of activities, Parsloes Park is perfect for family outings, sports enthusiasts, and anyone looking to unwind in nature.
Parsloes Park is a 58-hectare public park in Dagenham. The park gets its name from the Passelewe family, who owned the land in the thirteenth century. Paintings of the old manor house are held in the Valence House Museum. The land was acquired by the London County Council in 1923, and the park was officially opened on 13 July 1935 by MP Christopher Addison, marking the completion of the Becontree estate.
The park has a rich history, dating back to the medieval period. The Parsloes Manor House, which once stood on the site, was a significant landmark until it was demolished in 1925. The park was designed to provide recreational space for the residents of the newly built Becontree Estate, one of the largest public housing developments in the world. Over the years, Parsloes Park has evolved to include various facilities and has been a central part of the community, hosting numerous events and activities.
Parsloes Park once had flamingos on its ornamental lake, adding a unique and vibrant touch to the park’s wildlife. Although the flamingos are no longer there, their legacy is celebrated through the “Flamboyance of the Flamingos” play area designed by Yinka Ilori. This colourful and imaginative play area draws inspiration from the park’s history and aims to create joyful and collaborative play experiences for children.
Opposite the Wren Road entrance, the Parsloes Park Squatts is a small area managed for wildlife and designated as a Local Nature Reserve. This area features rough acid grassland and a historic hedge, providing a natural habitat for various species.
Located within the park, the Forest of Thanks is a symbol of resilience, hope, and healing for the local community. Planted in 2020 using the Miyawaki method, this forest has become a well-loved green space. It features a diverse range of native species, including wild cherry trees, birch, and goat willow. The forest is designed to be self-sustaining and supports local biodiversity, providing a habitat for birds and other wildlife.
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Key Information
Getting There
Location
Parsloes Avenue/Gale Street, Dagenham, Essex RM9 5SA
Contact
Telephone Phone 020 8215 3000
Email parksandenvironment@lbbd.gov.uk
Parking
No on-site parking available. To make your visit easier and stress‑free, we kindly recommend using public transport such as Becontree station and the 45, 62, and 364 buses.
Accessibility
The park has well-maintained paths and seating areas.
Sporting Facilities
The Bobby Moore Sports Hub (Football & Gym with tearoom). For more information please visit Dagenham Parsloes Park – Leisure United website and The Bobby Moore Sports Hub – Alliance Leisure website.
3G Football pitches available to book through Leisure United website
Standard Football pitches available to book by email pitchbookings@lbbd.gov.uk
Free basketball to use, one court as part of the MUGA (Multi use games area) and one-on-one court.
Skatepark
Play Areas
Newly built playground with 8 pieces of equipment including:
- Cable-way
- Tubular slides
- Sky-way 2 person ride
- Multi-person pendulum dish
- Climbing equipment
- Gyro swing
- Rodeo board
- Blue-bac ball game
- “Flamboyance of the Flamingos” play area designed by Yinka Ilori
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
Ornamental lake (No fishing allowed)
Changing facilities
Teenage shelter
Natural rock seats
Mounds
Specimen trees
Play Areas
Newly built playground with 8 pieces of equipment including:
- Cable-way
- Tubular slides
- Sky-way 2 person ride
- Multi-person pendulum dish
- Climbing equipment
- Gyro swing
- Rodeo board
- Blue-bac ball game
- “Flamboyance of the Flamingos” play area designed by Yinka Ilori
Keep an eye on our events calendar for upcoming events
Parsloes 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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