We encourage visitors to use public transport, walk, or cycle where possible — it’s better for the environment and often more convenient.
Cycling
Beckenham Place Park is easily accessible by bike from across south-east London and much of the local borough. A number of quiet roads and off-road cycle routes lead directly to or through the park.
Bike racks are available in the following areas:
By the lake
In the Homestead courtyard
Outside the Mansion
By Bus
Several bus routes stop close to the park’s entrances:
Route 54
Highland Croft stop – near Braeside Gate (5-minute walk to the Mansion)
Beckenham Hill stop – by Southend Lodge Gate (5–10-minute walk up the driveway)
Routes 208, 320, 181, 136
Stop on Bromley Road near the Green Man – around a 10-minute walk to Southend Lodge Gate or Old Bromley Road entrance (closest to the BMX track)
Route 354
Stops at Ravensbourne Station (for southern/eastern park entrances)
Also stops at Foxgrove Road (near Beckenham Place Park gate)
Beckenham Junction
Multiple bus routes serve this station, which is around a 10–15-minute walk to the park
Paying for Parking
Parking operates daily from 8am to 5pm with charges based on CO2 emissions. It’s a cashless system, and you can pay via website, mobile app, or phone.
Blue Badge holders can park free of charge for up to four hours.
Park Opening Hours
The park is open to pedestrians at all times.
Vehicle gates open by 8am and close at 9:30pm daily.
By Train
Beckenham Place Park is very well connected by rail, with several stations just a short walk from the park. Frequent services run from Central London, South London, Bromley and Kent, making it quick and easy to reach.
🚉 Nearest Stations
Beckenham Hill
Line: Thameslink – London Blackfriars ↔ Sevenoaks
Walking time: Less than 5 minutes
Located directly next to the Southend Lodge entrance — the closest and most convenient station for most visitors.
Ravensbourne
Line: Thameslink – same line as Beckenham Hill
Walking time: 3–5 minutes
Borders the northern edge of the park, ideal for accessing the woodland and lake areas.
Beckenham Junction
Lines: Southeastern (London Victoria / London Bridge), Tram link (Croydon / Wimbledon)
Walking time: 12–15 minutes via the Beckenham Place Park gate
Alternatively, catch the 54 bus from the station to Highland Croft to reduce walking time.
New Beckenham
Line: Southeastern – London Charing Cross / Cannon Street
Walking time: 10–12 minutes
Lower Sydenham
Line: Southeastern – London Bridge / Lewisham / Hayes
Walking time: 12–15 minutes
🚆 Top tip: Trains from Central London to Beckenham Hill or Ravensbourne typically take 25–35 minutes, making Beckenham Place Park an easy day trip.
Planning Your Journey
To help plan your visit, you may find these tools useful:
Let’s Ride – for cycle routes, maps, and free downloads from British Cycling
Parking
There is a pay-and-display car park accessible via Beckenham Hill Road.
Facilities include:
108 parking spaces
6 disabled bays for valid Blue Badge holders
4 electric vehicle charging points (currently out of service)
🚫 Parking on double yellow lines is not allowed at any time.
🚫 Parking directly outside the Mansion is only permitted by prior arrangement for Mansion-related events.
Please also be aware of local parking restrictions on Beckenham Hill Road and in nearby streets. If parking in the area, be respectful of local residents.
22ND NOVEMBER TO 4TH JANUARY