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St Ives Play Area

St Ives Play Area

Discover St Ives Play Area in Bingley, a highly-rated, expansive playground perfect for children of all ages.

About

St Ives Play Area, located in Harden, Bingley, is a highly-regarded destination for families seeking outdoor fun. With an impressive Google rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from numerous positive reviews, this expansive playground is celebrated for its excellent facilities and engaging environment. It's a popular attraction within the wider St Ives Estate.

Designed to cater to children of all ages, from toddlers to those around 12 years old, the play area boasts a wide variety of well-maintained wooden equipment. Recent upgrades have introduced even more toddler and baby-friendly features, ensuring there's something new for everyone to enjoy. Visitors often praise the size and diversity of play options, including a dedicated sand area for sensory play. Clean public toilet facilities are available on-site, enhancing convenience for families, though it's noted that baby changing facilities are not provided. An ice cream van is frequently on hand during warmer months, adding to the perfect day out experience.

Visiting Information

St Ives Play Area is open daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, offering ample time for visits. The site is committed to accessibility, featuring wheelchair-accessible parking and an entrance. While the play area itself is free to enjoy, visitors should be aware that parking charges have recently been introduced. Payments for parking and any refreshments can be made via card and other methods, as the venue does not operate on a cash-only basis.

4.9

from 13 reviews

Google Reviews

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Showing 5 of 13 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 7 February 2026.

Anonymous
5/5
a year ago

Great park for kids- aged 12 and under. It's huge, lots of play for toddlers to bigger kids. Wooden and well looked after. There is a sand bit ( not a fan of sand!!) But I would highly recommend..the parking is £1 for 1hr. Toilet facilities v.clean for.public toilets . Downside...no baby changing area ( changes baby on the grass!)

Anonymous
5/5
9 months ago

Superb park, the playground is suitable for all ages of children, there is usually always an ice cream van, next to the playground are toilets. Recently they have added car parking charges though.

Anonymous
5/5
2 years ago

Absolutely wonderful park, we took the children here today after not going in over a year. They have added plenty of new equipment and more toddler/baby friendly things. I would definitely recommend we spent over an hour here and all enjoyed ourselves.

Anonymous
5/5
a year ago

This is a huge playground all made from the recycled wood of damaged/fallen trees. Lots of choice for all kids and great views with Picnic benches for families situated in the middle of a really nice park with great trails and sights. Awesome day out!

Anonymous
5/5
a year ago

Lots of room and well built but not much for toddlers

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📍 Sports Turf Research Institu, 57 St Ives Grove, Harden, Bingley BD16 1AU, UK

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Sports Turf Research Institu, 57 St Ives Grove, Harden, Bingley BD16 1AU, UK

Opening Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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