At a Glance
...you want a riverside walk, a picnic, or a playground — Kingston's everyday green space, five minutes from the town centre
Kingston’s Riverside Green Space
Canbury Gardens is a linear riverside park running along the Thames from Kingston town centre towards Hampton Wick. Popular with locals for walking, picnicking, and enjoying river views, it’s one of Kingston’s most-used green spaces.
A pleasant path runs the length of the gardens along the river bank, connecting to the Thames Path in both directions. There’s a well-equipped children’s playground, grassy areas for picnics and games, and benches along the riverside with views across to the Surrey bank. Boats and rowers pass regularly.
Open 24 hours, free entry. Gets busy on sunny weekends but there’s usually space to find a spot.
Key Features
Getting There from Kingston
5-10 minutes from Kingston town centre via the riverside path
Kingston station is a 10-minute walk
Facilities
Details
- Lower Ham Road, Kingston upon Thames
KT2 5AU - Limited street parking on Lower Ham Road. Kingston town centre car parks nearby.
Location
About this garden page
Part of Kingston Compass's gardens section, covering the best botanical gardens, nurseries, and green spaces within reach of Kingston, Surbiton and New Malden. Every specific claim is source-backed. Practical details are verified regularly.
