Gheluvelt Park is a memorial park built in honour of those lost in the First World War. It straddles Barbourne Brook and has two distinct areas – a formal park to the east, and an informal area managed for wildlife conservation to the west, next to the River Severn.

This popular water play feature for toddlers to early teens. It can be found in the formal park area.

Splashpad opening times

PeriodOpening Times
15 April to 21 July11:00 – 16:00
22 July to 4 Sept11:00 – 18:00
5 – 30 Sept11:00 – 16:00
October – MarchCLOSED

Please note that these times are subject to change depending on circumstances, e.g. hot weather.

Parking is very limited at this end of the park. Please be considerate to local residents by using the free car park on Waterworks Road.

The playground has separate areas for younger and older children, so that little ones can play safely and older children can be more adventurous without the danger of hurting their younger companions. 

Parents are well catered for too, with seating and a gazebo to provide shelter. 

The multi-age facility uses the very latest play technology and floor surfaces, giving a truly 21st-century play experience.

Toilets and baby changing facilities are located next to the play area near Barbourne Road, and at the Pump House on Waterworks Road during opening times.

The Pump House Environment Centre is owned and managed by the Duckworth Worcestershire Trust. 

The Pump House Cafe is situated in the Environment Centre and serves hot and cold drinks plus soup, teacakes, toast and locally produced cakes. 

Seating is available inside and also in the south facing garden. 

There is disabled access from the Gheluvelt Park entrance and disabled toilets. 

Two new state-of-the-art tennis courts are available to book and coaching lessons for children and adults are also available.

Outdoor gym equipment are arranged in a circuit around the perimeter to the west of the park.

  • Leg Press
  • Space Walker
  • Sit Up benches
  • Surfer
  • Pull Down Exerciser
  • Chest Press
  • Triple Pull Up

There are two outdoor table tennis tables available in the park and are available when the park is open. The tables are free to use, however you will need to bring your own bats and balls.