Stationers Park

Stationers Park is a compact green space of about 1.5 hectares in north London, tucked between Crouch End, Stroud Green and Harringay in the London Borough of Haringey. It opened in 1987 and sits between Mayfield Road and Denton Road, making it an easy stop for anyone exploring the quieter residential streets of this part of the capital.

Where is Stationers Park and how do you get there?

The park lies in the N8 postcode area, with its main frontage on Mayfield Road. It is a neighbourhood park rather than a headline sight, so most visitors arrive on foot from Crouch End, Harringay or Stroud Green. The surrounding streets are residential, which gives the visit a calm, local feel far from the central London crowds. If you are combining it with a wider walk, Crouch End's shops and cafés are close by.

Why is it called Stationers Park?

The name comes from the former Stationers' Company's School, which once stood on this site. The school was linked to the Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspaper Makers, one of the historic City of London livery companies. When the land was turned into a public park in the 1980s, the old connection was kept in the name. Today the park is built on the grounds of that former school, and the name is a small reminder of the area's educational past.

What is there to do in the park?

For its size, the park packs in a good deal. Sources describe a multi-use games area, two tennis courts, separate playgrounds for under-sevens and for juniors, an open-air classroom and performance space, and a table tennis table. There is also a café, which makes it practical for families wanting a longer stay. Listings mention basketball hoops, a skateboard area, seating and litter bins as well. Facilities can change, so it is worth checking the current list before you go with a particular activity in mind.

What about nature?

Despite the sports and play areas, Stationers Park has a green character. It holds more than 200 trees and two ponds, which give it a leafy feel and a bit of habitat for urban wildlife. The mix of mature planting, water and open space makes it pleasant for a slow stroll, a picnic or a break between errands.

Who looks after it?

Haringey Council manages the park, with support from the conservation charity TCV and the Friends of Stationers Park, a local group of volunteers. The park has won the Green Flag Award, the national mark of a well-run green space. Sources disagree on exactly when it was first awarded, so it is safest to say simply that the park has been recognised with it.

Is it good for children?

Yes, it is one of the park's strengths. The two playgrounds are divided by age, there is open space to run around, and the open-air classroom is a lovely idea for school groups and community activities. Weston Park Primary School is also located on the park, so the site has a real everyday connection with local children and families.

Opening times

Sources give different information. The council describes the park as open around the clock, while another listing gives dawn to dusk. Check with Haringey Council before relying on either, especially if you plan an early or late visit.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Stationers Park? About 1.5 hectares.

When did it open? In 1987.

Is there a café? Yes, one is listed among the park's facilities.

Can you play sport there? Yes. Listings mention tennis courts, a multi-use games area, basketball hoops and a table tennis table.

Is it free to enter? It is a public park managed by the council, so entry is not ticketed.

Which neighbourhoods does it border? Crouch End, Stroud Green and Harringay.