Paddy Freeman's Park
Paddy Freeman's Park is a garden, park & outdoor in Tyne and Wear, England. Entry is free. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Free entry Newcastle City Council: free park with a lake (model boat club), play areas for younger and older children, next to Jesmond Dene. NE7 7AH. |
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| Opening times | Open daily (some park gates close at dusk); café hours vary. |
| Best time to go | Weekday mornings; sunny weekends get busy at the ice cream parlour. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. |
| Best ages | All ages All ages. |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Parking | Small pay-and-display car park off Freeman Road. |
| Food | Ciccarelli's ice cream parlour (gelato and coffee); toilets inside the café. |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | Small park next to Jesmond Dene with a lake, two play areas and an ice cream café. |
| What to pack | Wellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream |
Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source
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