Newington Gardens

Newington Gardens is a public park in Southwark covering around 1.7 hectares with trees, shrubs, open lawns, and pathways spread across the grounds. The space features sports courts and open areas designed for walking and spending time outdoors.

The park was built on the grounds of the former Horsemonger Lane Gaol, which operated from 1791 to 1878 as one of Surrey's largest prisons. This historical site was eventually redeveloped into the green space visitors see today.

The gardens serve as a gathering place where locals spend time outdoors and the community hosts regular activities throughout the year. Sports facilities attract people of all ages who come to play and spend time together in open air.

The park is located on Harper Road and is easy to reach by public transport thanks to Elephant & Castle tube station being nearby. Visitors will find good access points and can enter the grounds without difficulty.

The sports courts here host regular bicycle polo games and tournaments, a sport that few parks in London feature regularly. This niche activity has developed its own community at the site.

Location: Southwark

GPS coordinates: 51.49750,-0.09583

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:45