FROM today people are allowed to meet outdoors either in a group of six, or as two households in private gardens and public spaces.
With a heatwave on the way and restrictions beginning to ease, what better way to celebrate than with a picnic? Here are just a few of our favourite picnic spots in Worcester.
1. Worcester Woods Country Park
Worcester Countryside Centre Wildwood Drive, Worcester WR5 2LG
Two nature reserves, a huge open field, busy countryside centre with award winning cafe and easy access from the city or the motorway, make this site very popular.
There are two adventure play parks, ancient woodlands to explore and space to fly a kite or have a game of rounders. A popular place for families, where young and old can get together, enjoy a summer BBQ or picnic or just take in the friendly environment that awaits you. Dogs are also welcome.
2. The Slip
Old Northwick Lane, Worcester, WR3 7NE
A perfect place for those who like to avoid the crowds, this wide open space with free parking and loads to explore is a hidden gem in the city that not many people know about.
Well behaved and beautiful horses roam free in one of the many fields. A river runs alongside the path and the wildlife and scenery make this a beautiful and serene place to meet, walk, talk, play and picnic.
3. Gheluvelt Park
69 Waterworks Rd, Worcester, WR1 3EY
Gheluvelt Park is a memorial park built in honour of those lost in the First World War. It boasts a large children's play area, a brook that is home to ducks and swans, multiple benches and picnic benches, a splash pad, an outdoor gym, tennis courts, toilets and a cafe.
It is very popular with parents with young children and with all there is to offer you can easily spend a whole afternoon here. Dogs are also welcome.
4. Fort Royal Park
Wyld's Lane, Worcester, WR5 2DJ
Located south-east of Worcester within the Cathedral Ward, Fort Royal Park is of critical historical significance to the city, as the site of the 1651 Battle of Worcester, the final battle of the English Civil War.
With some of the best views in the city this is a perfect place to whip out a blanket and enjoy the sun with six of your favourite people. A play park will see the kids are entertained and dogs are welcome too. Be warned, it is quite a steep hill!
5. Cripplegate Park
45 Tybridge St, Worcester, WR2 5BA
A popular park next to the River Severn, close to Worcester City centre. Cripplegate Park has a beautiful cast iron fountain at its heart, tennis/netball courts, extensive play areas, bowling greens, car parking and toilet facilities.
The city centre is a short walk and Worcestershire County Cricket Club is just across the road, the park provides a calm and pleasant space to relax, unwind and take some 'time-out' from the stresses of everyday life.
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