- General Information
- London's third-largest park, covering 218 acres
- Designed by James Pennethorne in 1841
- Divided into West and East Parks by Grove Road
- Main Features
- Contains Victoria Park Lake with sculptures and Chinese Pagoda
- Features Victoria Fountain, bowling green and athletic field
- Includes Old English Garden replanted in 2012
- Houses Children's Adventure Playground and Splash Pool
- Events and Activities
- Hosts Sunday Market with street food and artisan retailers
- Features summer festivals including Lovebox and All Points East
- Offers tennis courts, cricket pitches and rowing boats
- Contains Memoryscape Trail about park's history
- Historical Significance
- Originally designed as People's Park for East End residents
- Served as political meeting and rally hub in 19th century
- Became anti-aircraft site during World War II
- Site of 15 deaths during air raid shelter bombing