Thorn Park is a formal square surrounded by grand Victorian housing and with a variety of trees present. Thorn Park is located adjacent to Mutley Park.
Hidden in the bushes is a one-man, cast-iron Victorian urinal designed by George Jennings of London. Jennings supplied conveniences for the 1851 Great Exhibition in London, where 827,000 paid a penny each to use his loos, hence the phrase 'to spend a penny'.
There are several mature trees within Thorn Park including Gingkos, Monkey Puzzle, Yews and London Plane.
Like Mutley Park, the Co-op Way, the 15 mile route taking you across the city running through various parks and greenspaces, runs through Thorn Park.
Dogs must be kept on a lead in this park. Visit our Dog Control page for full details.
Facilities and visitor information
Opening times
Open 24 hours a day and free to use.
Access and Seating
Seating throughout the park.
Paths have a good surface and are relatively flat, allowing pram and wheelchair users to access to all areas.
Travel and directions
One mile from the city centre.
Accessible using public transport with bus stops along Mannamead Road and Hyde Park Road.
Parking available on adjacent roads (no official car park).
