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Platt Fields Park

  1. Location

    Wilmslow Road, Fallowfield, Manchester, M14 6LA

  2. Opening times

    From dawn to dusk

  3. Facilities

    Children's play area, 5 a side football pitch, Tennis courts (courts are free), Bowling greens, Veterans pavilion, BMX track, Lake, Boathouse, Skatepark, Park office, Toilets, Platt Hall (Manchester's Costume Gallery)

    BMX track more information

    Free wifi available at:

    • Platt Fields Visitor Centre
    • Platt Hall Gallery of Costume
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  4. Play area (age group)

    12 & under

  5. Events

    See events in parks or leisure centres.

  6. Transport to and around Manchester

    Visit www.tfgm.com to find transport links

  7. Dogs not allowed

    • Children’s play areas
    • Shakespearian gardens
    • Rose garden
    • Tennis courts
    • Basketball courts
    • Bowling greens
    • BMX/Skate park
    • Boathouse
    • Park office
    • Toilets
    • Platt Hall (Manchester’s Costume Gallery)
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  8. Dog walking areas

    Yes

  9. History

    Platt Fields Park was formally opened in 1910. One of Manchester's major outdoor event sites, the park has three dedicated show fields with a supported infrastructure for large scale national and small scale and local events. The grounds contain Platt Hall, home to Manchester's Costume Gallery, which is free and open to the public.

  10. Report a problem

    Report any problems in this park

  11. Email

    parks@manchester.gov.uk

  12. More on parks

    More about parks, playgrounds and open spaces in Manchester

  13. Location map

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