Figges Marsh

Figges Marsh is a public park in Mitcham with open grassland, tree-lined paths, and sports facilities spread across the site. The grounds contain tennis courts, grass pitches for football and cricket, and an outdoor gym with exercise equipment.

The land took its name from William Figge, who held the property in 1357, and later appeared on maps from the 1750s onward as Piggs Marsh. The name itself carries memories of its medieval origins into the present day.

The North Garden shows plants that once grew widely across Mitcham for trade and local use. Walking through it gives a sense of how farming shaped the area's everyday life and identity.

The park is easily accessible with paths connecting different areas throughout the site. Visitors planning to use sports facilities should dress appropriately for outdoor conditions, as the grounds have both open spaces and shaded areas.

The grounds received a special designation in 2012 as a Fields in Trust Queen Elizabeth II Field to honor the Diamond Jubilee and London Olympics. This status ensures permanent protection of the space for community use.