Springfield Hall Park
🏟 Playground & park · Springfield, Chelmsford
Springfield Hall Park
A treasured Springfield park north of Chelmsford with the inclusive 'Rocket Park' play area for infants and juniors, a kickabout area and riverside walks.
🕑 Opening & entry
🌱 The park is open at all times; the car park closes seasonally between 5pm and 10pm. · Free · No booking needed
📍 Location & directions
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Address: Hall Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM1 7QE
Plus Code: 9F32PFXJ+J4
About Springfield Hall Park
Springfield Hall Park is a much-treasured public open space in the residential Springfield area north of Chelmsford city centre, run free of charge by Chelmsford City Council and holding a Green Flag Award. The River Chelmer runs along its western side, giving good walking and cycling links directly to the city centre and onward through the Chelmer Valley Nature Reserve. The park's best-known feature for families is its children's play area, known locally as 'Rocket Park', which has been rebuilt and improved to be more inclusive and accessible for children of different abilities. It is divided into an infant area suitable for children aged 2 to 6, where younger children can gain confidence, and a junior area for ages 7 to 12 with more challenging equipment. Beyond the play area there is a kickabout zone and football pitches that are home to Springfield Football Club, along with allotment access on site. The park is dog-walking friendly and well used by local residents. A car park with 97 standard spaces and 5 disabled spaces serves visitors, with a two-hour maximum stay and weekday restrictions. With its modern inclusive play area and riverside setting, Springfield Hall Park is a dependable free day out in the north of the city.
⭐ What makes this place special
- football pitches
- allotment access
- River Chelmer walks
- cycling links to the city centre
- Chelmer Valley Nature Reserve access
🏞 Facilities
- Free entry
- Parking: Yes – 97 standard spaces and 5 disabled spaces; maximum 2-hour stay with restrictions Mon-Fri 8am-6pm.
- Accessibility: The 'Rocket Park' play area has been improved to be more inclusive and accessible for children of different abilities. Disabled parking available.
- Dogs: Dog-walking friendly.
🧒 Ages & play
- Ages: Infant area for ages 2-6 and junior area for ages 7-12
- children's play area for infants aged 2-6 ('Rocket Park')
- children's play area for juniors aged 7-12
- kickabout area
📍 Nearby places to play
- Melbourne Park · approx 1.2 miles · Melbourne
- Admirals Park · approx 1.3 miles · Waterhouse Farm
- Central Park · approx 1.4 miles · City Centre
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❓ Frequently asked questions
Is Springfield Hall Park free to visit?
Yes. Springfield Hall Park is a public park run by Chelmsford City Council and entry is completely free.
Is there a children's play area at Springfield Hall Park?
Yes. The 'Rocket Park' play area has an infant section for ages 2-6 and a junior section for ages 7-12, and has been made more inclusive and accessible.
What are the opening times for Springfield Hall Park?
The park is open at all times. The car park closes seasonally between 5pm and 10pm depending on the month.
Is there parking at Springfield Hall Park?
Yes. There are 97 standard spaces and 5 disabled spaces, with a maximum two-hour stay and restrictions Monday to Friday 8am-6pm.
Are dogs allowed at Springfield Hall Park?
Yes. The park is dog-walking friendly with good riverside walking links.