Bicester Town Council is responsible for the majority of the play areas, outdoor gyms and open spaces in the town. We are very proud of these areas and ensure regular safety inspections, litter clearance and maintenance take place.
If you have any queries or to report a problem with one of our open spaces, outdoor gyms, play areas, or sports pitches please contact us on 01869 252 915 or email us at FixMyPark@Bicester.gov.uk ,to assist us please share the play area number which is displayed on the gate if possible.
Open Spaces
Many of our open spaces are maintained in association with Cherwell District Council and are available to the public for informal use for physical activity. Many bins are provided to help keep our areas tidy, please use the bins or take your rubbish home with you.
To report any issues please use the email - FixMyPark@Bicester.gov.uk
- Follow the rules and regulations: Please take notice of any posted signs and adhere to regulations. These rules are often designed to protect the environment and ensure the safety of visitors.
- Leave no trace: When visiting our open spaces, strive to leave them exactly as you found them or even better. Carry out all rubbish to minimize disturbance to wildlife and vegetation, and avoid damaging natural features.
- Stay on designated paths: Stick to designated trails and paths to minimize damage to natural wildlife, habitat disruption, and potential injuries.
- Respect wildlife: Observe wildlife from a distance and avoid disturbing their natural behaviours.
- Support conservation efforts: Get involved in the local conservation initiatives or volunteer with some of Bicester's fantastic community groups that work to protect open spaces. Supporting efforts to preserve and maintain these areas helps ensure they remain accessible for future generations to enjoy.
Whilst we understand that many dog owners value the opportunity to use open spaces to exercise their pets, we ask that you consider the nature of the space and others using it by keeping your dog on a lead when the area is busy. We ask that you always pick up after your dog.
Many dog bins are provided around the open spaces, and properly bagged dog waste can be disposed of in general litter bins also.
Damage to bins, benches, play area equipment is to be reported to Bicester Town Council as soon as possible, please email - FixMyPark@Bicester.gov.uk
Open Spaces Hire Prices (including VAT)*
- Hire of Open Spaces on a non-working day: minimum charge £130.00
- Hire of Open Spaces working day: minimum charge £260.00
*The Service Manager given the flexibility to control charges for larger bookings over longer periods and regular bookings.
There are a large amount of open spaces in Bicester, the larger areas are listed below:
Launton Meadows Open Space - Manston Close, Bicester OX26 4FA
Southwold Open Space - Southwold, Bicester OX26 3YQ
Cranesbill Open Space - Cranesbill Drive, Bicester OX26 3WQ
George Street Open Space - George Street, Bicester OX26 2EH
Kings Meadow Open Space - Shakespeare Drive, Bicester OX26 2YS
Villiers Road Open Space - Villiers Road, Bicester OX26 2BB
Robbins Way Open Space - Robins Way, Bicester OX26 6XJ
Coopers Green Open Space - Coopers Green, Bicester, OX26 4XJ
Keble Open Space - Keble Rd, Bicester OX26 4TP
Garth Park open space, Bicester, OX26 6PS
Whiteland's Farm sportsground open space, Bicester, OX26 1AJ
Kea Fields open space, Bicester, OX26 2BH
Pingle Field open space, Bicester, OX26 6AU
Bicester Fields open space, Bicester, OX26 6UU
For a map of our Open Spaces please click here
If there is another area you wish to inquire about please email sports@bicester.gov.uk
Anyone wishing to use any open space managed by Bicester Town Council for an organised activity must first obtain the permission of the Council. You will need to complete an application form and provide us with your insurance and other documents. Please note that the application must be made a minimum of ten weeks in advance of the date of hire. We will work with you to determine a charge (if required).
To apply to run an organised activity on an open space managed by Bicester Town Council complete the application form and return with documentation to events@bicester.gov.uk or post to: Bicester Town Council, Launton Road, Bicester, Oxon OX26 6PS
Play Areas
We have many play areas across Bicester and 2 outdoor gyms in the town. You can view the play areas on this map here.
The play areas currently closed have been identified for re-purposing or refurbishment.
Holm Square - The removal of all equipment and fencing will begin on Monday 18th March 2024, to complete by Thursday 28th March 2024.
Facilities on Kingsmere, Elmsbrook and Graven Hill are currently the responsibility of the developers in those areas, with the exception of the outdoor gyms around Whitelands Farm Sports Ground which are the responsibility of Cherwell District Council.
No. | Name | Status |
1 | Garth Park | Open |
2 | Launton Meadows | Open |
3 | Keble Road | Open |
4 | Bisley Close | Open |
5 | Sunderland Drive | Open |
6 | Holm Square | CLOSED FOR RE-FURB |
7 | Lucerne Avenue | Open |
8 | Campion Place | Open |
9 | Poppylands | Open |
10 | Sorrel Mead | Open |
11 | Woodruff Close (Communal Garden) | Open |
13 | Saffron Close (Communal Garden) | Open |
14 | Germander Way (Communal Garden) | Open |
15 | Marigold Walk | Open |
16 | Mullein Road (Communal Garden) | Open |
17 | Orchid Close | Open |
18 | Cranesbill Drive 1 | Open |
18a | Cranesbill Drive 2 | Open |
19 | Bryony Road |
Open |
No. | Name | Status |
20 | Lily Close | Open |
21 | Fluellen Place | Open |
22 | Bartsia Road | Open |
23 | Primrose Drive | Open |
24 | Foxglove Close (Communal Garden) | Open |
25 | Reedmace Road | Open |
26 | Burdock Close | Open |
27 | Trefoil Close | Open |
28 | Oxlip Leys | Open |
29 | Purslane Drive | Open |
30 | Restharrow Mead 1 (Communal Garden) | Open |
31 | Restharrow Mead 2 | Open |
33 | Gentian Close | Open |
34 | Larkspur Square | Open |
35 | Coltfoot Leys | Open |
36 | Chaffinch Close | Open |
37 | Kestrel Way | Open |
38 | Corncrake Way | Open |
39 | Dunlin Court | Open |
40 | Galingale Close | Open |
41 | Woodpecker Close | Open |
No. |
Name | Status |
42 | Palm Court | Open |
43 | Mallards Way (Duck Pond) | Open |
44 | Mallards Way 2 | Open |
45 | Mallards Way 1 | Open |
46 | Grebe Road (Communal Garden) | Open |
47 | The Buntings | Open |
48 | Siskin Road | Open |
49 | Sanderling Court (Communal Garden) | Open |
50 | Dunnocks Close | Open |
51 | Merganser Drive | Open |
52 | Banbury Road | Open |
53 | Bowmont Square | Open |
54 | Kings Meadow | Open |
55 | Villiers Road | Open |
56 | Market End Way | Open |
58 | Meredith Close | Open |
59 | Hamilton Close | Open |
60 | Graham Road | Open |
61 | George Street | Open |
62 | Fieldfare Close | Open |
Outdoor Gyms
The Outdoor Gyms are open at Garth Park and Keble Road.
Sports Pitches.
Bicester Town Council has sports pitch provision with changing pavilions at Pingle Field. Bicester Fields (Langford) and Sunderland Drive. We also have pitch only availability on Bure Park and at Keble Road. Although usually used for the playing of football, we can discuss other uses with you.
Pricing per hour (including VAT)
- Adult Pitch Only: £15.00 per hour
- Junior Pitch Only: £12.00 per hour
- 9v9 Intermediate Pitch Only: £12.00 per hour
- Mini Pitch Only: £10.00 per hour
Additional Items
- Pavilion (with Pitch Booking): £4.00 per hour
- Pavilion and 2x Changing Rooms: £8.00 per hour
- Pavilion Only – Charity Organisation: £16.00 per hour
- Pavilion Only – Commercial Organisation £27.00 per hour
- Kitchen (must contact BTC before booking): £25.00 per hour
For a map of our Sports Facilities please click here
For any hire ensure to read Bicester Town Council's Rules and Regulations governing the hire of the pitch and undertake to abide by such rules.
- The fields are marked with football pitches of various sizes. If you run a local football team and wish to enquire about booking a pitch, please email sports@bicester.gov.uk
- Charitable and Commercial organisations please contact Sports@Bicester.gov.uk to make your booking.
- To book a pitch please click the image below