Description
Sutton Park is a 2,400 acre National Nature Reserve located 6 miles north of the city centre. It’s one of the largest urban parks in Europe and is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.The park has open heathland, woodlands, seven lakes, wetlands, and marshes - each with its own rich variety of plants and wildlife, some rarely seen in the region. Cattle and wild ponies graze on the land.
If you are looking for Best National Parks in Birmingham , West Midlands then you can visit Sutton Park. Sutton Park is one of the places in Birmingham West Midlands for day out with kids and families. More details can be found on the website for this place.
Features
- Free
- Host birthday parties: No
Features
On Site Parking
On Site Toilet
Playgrounds
There are two children's playground in the park. One near the Town Gate entrance and one near the Banner's Gate entrance.
Food and refreshments
There are a number of restaurants in the park.
Donkey sanctuary
The Donkey Sanctuary has base in the park.
Jogging, walking, cycling and horse riding
There are dozens of paths and bridleways running across the park, making it easy to explore the park. A number of running events are staged in the park each year.
Sailing
You can sail and canoe at Powell’s Pool with the Sutton Sailing Club.The club also run learn to sail lessons. You can kayak and canoe at Blackroot Pool with the Royal Sutton Coldfield Canoe Club. The club also run lessons.
Fishing
Thousands of anglers visit Sutton Park every year. Fishing is permitted in Blackroot, Bracebridge, Powells and Keepers Pools. A close season operates from 15 March to 15June due to the park's status as a National Nature Reserve.
Model aircraft and yachts
There is a model aircraft flying field in Sutton Park. There are rules in place which all flyers must follow. Flyers must be members of the Sutton Park Model Aero Club.
Golf
You can play golf at the 18 hole Boldmere golf course, located next to Sutton Park.
7.41 miles
