The Grove Park

The Grove Park forms a key part of the Carshalton Conservation Area occupying the north and east sides of Carshalton village's Lower Pond. The area of the site is 7.21 hectares. The ornamental park near the ponds and the recreation ground to the east. The park is a remaining portion of the Grove Estate, which originated within the medieval grounds of Stone Court. This sub-manor can be traced back to the 14th Century.

The parks present landscape has its roots in the early 17th Century, when the area is shown on a private estate survey c.1620, called the 'Arundel Map'. The Mill is of considerable antiquity, it has mention in Carshalton's entry into the Domesday Book which means that it has been a working mill site since the middle ages.

Carshalton Bowling Club

Carshalton Bowling Club is situated within Carshalton Park. They are a friendly group of people of various ages and from a variety of backgrounds who enjoy the social and physical benefits gained from bowls. They welcome all ages and can provide all that's needed for anyone who would like to try this great sport!

Margaret's Pool - located behind Honeywood Museum, Carshalton.

On the 1868 Ordinance Survey Map, Margaret's Pool was called the Waterhouse Pond and since then has been variously known as Margaret's, Lady Margaret's or Saint Margaret's Pool or Well. John Ruskin had substantial landscaping done to the area surrounding the pool according to his very particular tastes. Carshalton Urban District Council took over responsibility for Margaret's Pool in 1899 and although the pool has dried up, the landscaping work can still be discerned.

Playground Information

The Grove has numerous play facilities on offer, including zip wires, swings for different ages and a climbing wall.

There is also an inclusive roundabout available for children with disabilities. 

Sassis in the Grove- Cafe

The cafe is open 7 days a week, from 9:00am-4:00pm on Mondays and Tuesdays and 9:00am-5:00pm the rest of the week. The award winning cafe offers Italian coffee, Italian ice cream, Belgian waffles, and more delicious food!

Contact the cafe on the following number- 07801 231251

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Green Flag Award

The Grove has received the prestigious Green Flag Award, which means it is recognised as one of the best parks in Britain!

Zero Waste Wagon

There is a wagon that visits the park that sells cleaning products for people and their homes, using customers own containers.

Park Management Plan

There is an individual management plan available for this park, please contact the council for further details.