South Park

South Park is a public park on Headington Hill in east Oxford, spreading across green spaces with trees, open lawns, and maintained paths. From its elevated location, the park offers wide views of the city's university buildings and towers below.

The land was owned by the Morrell family until 1932 when a local preservation organization purchased it to ensure public access. In 1951, the organization handed the site over to Oxford city, where it has remained a public park ever since.

The park serves as a gathering place where visitors enjoy walking, sitting, and taking in the views of the city below. The open spaces invite people to pause and spend quiet time with friends or family.

Multiple entrances are located along Morrell Avenue, Headington Road, Cheney Lane, and Warneford Lane, giving visitors several ways to enter. The park is open daily and accessible throughout the week.

A carved stone by artist Eric Gill marks an important moment in the park's history, honoring those who supported its preservation. The inscription recognizes the contributions of different organizations that made the land's acquisition possible.

Location: Oxford

GPS coordinates: 51.75140,-1.23111

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:03