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This is a very nice little park that is wedged between two houses (basically). There is only entrance which is on Gloucester road itself. What is different about this play area is that it's not flat like most of them. As soon as you walk in there is a gentle slope upwards. The grass slope is good for kids to run about and roll down, etc. There are six bits of different play kit  and the 'play train' is relatively new. It even has a round-about which is great as so many parks no longer have these. There are two benches and a bin so no issues regards basic facilities. There are several medium sized trees along the edges and one of these is an excellent climbing tree (Whitebeam). The park offers great views when you are at the top part.
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Pending Photo of park
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Aerial view of the area, courtesy of Google
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Here is a current list of the known trees and shrubs in the park:
  • English oak x 1
  • Norway maple (small) x 1
  • Silver birch x 1
  • Whitebeam x 1
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  • There is one entrance which is on the Gloucester road
  • Six bits of different play kit and suitable for children up the age of twelve years
  • There are two benches and one bin
  • The Whitebeam is great for climbing
  • It has a gentle grass slope which also offers good views
  • It has an old round-about which is a pleasant change
  • The nearest shop is a Tesco Express along Winchester Avenue
  • The nearest pub / restaurant is The Thatched House along Exwick road. Around fifteen minutes
  • The nearest public toilets are also along Buddle lane, but further down. Around twenty minutes
  • Two other nearby places are Addison close play area and Exwick cemetery
  • The E bus operates in this area and can get you into the city centre fairly quickly
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​If there is anything out of place or wrong please contact me. Equally if there is anything you wish to add please let me know. The more information we have about Gloucester Road Play Area the better. Many thanks!