Shirley Pond

A large green open space divided by Warren Avenue. On the larger side, the ice pond for wildlife and fishing, open greens for informal games, and a separately run cycle track, bordered by mature trees and native shrubs. On the other side, a play area and a skate park with a rain shelter and open space running into the adjacent Lordsdale Greenway.

Location

Warren Avenue, Winchester Road or Stoke Road, SO16 6BE

Facilities

• Access to nature
• Pond
• Seating
• Close mown lawns
• Skate park
• Play area
• Rain shelter

Accessibility

Surfaced paths but with narrow kissing gates. Plan for improved access ramp from Warren Avenue coming soon (2024).

Friends group

Yes, want to join? Contact friendsofshirleypondpark@gmail.com.

Find out more about friends groups.

Management plan

Yes, view the Shirley Pond management plan.