Finsbury Park

Finsbury Park is a Grade II listed public green space in the London Borough of Haringey, covering 110 acres with formal gardens, a boating lake and playing fields. Wide paths wind through mature trees and connect different areas with lawns, flower beds and open spaces for picnicking.

The park opened in 1869 to serve growing neighborhoods that lacked open air and recreation areas. Frederick Manable designed the layout following Victorian park principles, with separated zones for formal gardens and informal leisure.

The name comes from the word Finsbury, an area that historically lay south of the current site. Local runners and football players use the open fields regularly, while families gather near the playground on weekends.

Several gates around the perimeter allow entry from different streets and neighborhoods. The tube station sits directly at the edge, while bus stops line the main roads near each entrance.

A small clock tower stands near the south entrance and originally served as a meeting point for park visitors in the 19th century. Runners and walkers still use it today as a landmark when crossing the grounds.

Location: London Borough of Haringey

Official opening: 1869

GPS coordinates: 51.57120,-0.10090

Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:34