Beckenham Place Park
Park Large London park with woodland and historic mansion
South London park with extensive woodland, a lake and a Georgian mansion used for events; people come for walking, cycling, informal golf and weekend picnics.
How to Get to Beckenham Place Park #
Beckenham Place Park is in southeast London. From Beckenham Junction rail station it is about a 15-20 minute walk or a short bus ride (routes vary). Several south London bus routes serve the park’s perimeter; cycling routes also connect from neighboring suburbs.
Tips for Visiting Beckenham Place Park #
- Take the park's main loop early in the morning for views of the Georgian mansion and the riverside meadow.
- Visit the boathouse area for quiet views of the lake and good birdwatching opportunities.
- If cycling from the city, the park connects to safe cycle routes and offers a welcome change of pace.
Best Time to Visit Beckenham Place Park #
Spring to autumn for the best park activities and café openings.
Weather & Climate near Beckenham Place Park #
Beckenham Place Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (652 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 68 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.