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National lockdown: parks and leisure update

The government announced on Monday 4 January, following a rapid increase in Coronavirus (Covid-19) infection, there will be a new national lockdown.

Government guidance is to Stay at Home. You must not leave, or be outside of your home, except where necessary.

See the latest information on leisure, parks and markets.

Poplar Recreation Ground

The Poplar Recreation Ground Memorial is a memorial to 18 children killed at Upper North Street School in Poplar on 13 June 1917 during the First World War. It was the first daylight bombing attack on London by fixed-wing aircraft.

The park currently holds a Green Flag Award.

Facilities

fully inclusive playground designed for children aged 5 – 18
Bowls green - pay to play
Tennis - pay to play
Netball
Basketball
Multi use games pitch

Size: 1 - 5 hectares

Address: Hale Street London, E14

Nearest DLR station: All Saints

Bus: 15,115 and D6

For more information please contact the Parks and Open Spaces Service at parks@towerhamlets.gov.uk.

Before you travel please visit TFL for directions and maps.