Play by the Thames at Runnymede Pleasure Grounds
Runnymede Pleasure Grounds is on the banks of the River Thames and has a play area, splash pad, amusements, boat trips, and a cafe. It is a great place to begin a walk along the Thames Path, and explore the memorials of Runnymede.
The Play AreaThe play area equipment includes:
The Splash Pad Boat Trips The Runnymede Memorials There are a number of interesting memorials to discover in the meadows and woodland. The Paths There are steps up to the JFK Memorial and the view point. This is for children under the age of 10 years. Various boat trips are available up and down the River Thames.
The water-meadows of Runnymede are where King John sealed Magna Carta in 1215.
To reach the memorials you have to cross a meadow. 
The path along the River Thames is bumpy and uneven in places and can be muddy.
Visit the Runnymede Pleasure Grounds website
Further Information
Nearest Town: Old Windsor, Egham Opens: Daily Where to Eat: Bring a picnic or eat at the cafe. How Long We Spent There: 3 hours Parking: There is a large car park. There is another National Trust car park at the other end of the meadows. Wildlife You Might See: Ducks, swans, geese, and butterflies. Information Written: May 2021
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: TW20 0AE
Cost: Free
Facilities: Picnic area, toilets, accessible toilets, cafe, ice creams.
Buggies: Runnymede Pleasure Grounds is buggy friendly but the walk to the Runnymede Memorials is trickier and takes you over grass and uneven paths.
Cost of Parking: Pay and display. The National Trust car park is free for members.
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