Small Heath Park
🏟 Playground & park · Small Heath, Birmingham
Small Heath Park
A 43-acre Victorian park a mile from the city centre, with a children's playground, toddlers' area and a new multi-use games area.
🕑 Opening & entry
🌱 Open daily, dawn to dusk · Free · No booking needed
About Small Heath Park
Small Heath Park is the largest green space in Small Heath, about a mile from Birmingham city centre, and is managed by Birmingham City Council. Its history as a park dates to the late 19th century: the Small Heath estate was placed in trust to Birmingham in 1876 by the wealthy philanthropist Louisa Anne Ryland, and the 43-acre park - formerly known as Victoria Park - retains a traditional Victorian character. For families there is a children's playground and a separate toddlers' play area, making it suitable for a range of ages. A multi-use games area, funded by a grant from the England and Wales Cricket Board and approved for the council in August 2024, was resurfaced with the existing basketball hoops retained so it can be used for various sports and activities. The park occasionally hosts festivals and large community events. With its Victorian heritage, generous open space, dedicated toddler provision and refreshed sports facilities, Small Heath Park is a well-rounded destination for families in east Birmingham.
⭐ What makes this place special
- Multi-use games area with basketball hoops
- Boating lake
- Victorian-style landscaping
- Festival event space
🏞 Facilities
- Free entry
🧒 Ages & play
- Children's playground
- Toddlers' play area
📍 Nearby places to play
- Adderley Park · approx 1.4 miles · Saltley
- Cannon Hill Park · approx 2.0 miles · Edgbaston
- Ward End Park · approx 2.0 miles · Ward End
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❓ Frequently asked questions
Is Small Heath Park free?
Yes. Small Heath Park is a free public park managed by Birmingham City Council.
What's in the playground?
There is a children's playground plus a separate toddlers' play area, and a multi-use games area with basketball hoops.
Is there somewhere for toddlers and under-5s?
Yes. The park has a dedicated toddlers' play area alongside the main children's playground.
Are there toilets or a cafe?
We could not confirm toilets or a cafe on site from official sources.
Where is Small Heath Park?
It is in Small Heath, Birmingham, B10 0PL, about a mile from the city centre.