Looking at homes for sale in Oakwood? Then you will have noticed the abundance of green space in and around the area. It’s one of the reasons this North London neighbourhood is the ideal place to buy a home if you lead an active lifestyle or enjoy spending time in nature. Living here means always having quick and easy access to green space, with picturesque parks and rolling countryside nearby. Even better, these outdoor spaces have various activities, attractions and sports clubs for all ages.
Oakwood Park
If you buy a new home in Oakwood, you’ll have the local park on your doorstep. Oakwood Park – which the area is named after – sits in the heart of the neighbourhood. It’s the perfect spot for enjoying the outdoors, from picnics and sunbathing in summer to invigorating walks come winter. Among the 64 acres of woodland and grassy areas that make up the park, you’ll find avenues lined with poplar and scarlet oak trees.
Elsewhere in the park, there’s an outdoor playground with climbing frames, swings and seating areas. When it’s time for refreshments, you can head to Oakwood Park Café, which is open every day for food and drinks from 8am-8pm.
Trent Park
Trent Park is an oasis in North London where lush greenery and beautiful wildlife thrive. Spanning 413 acres, it is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of city life where you can immerse yourself in nature. Amongst the ancient woodlands, explore winding walking paths and cycling routes along which you’ll find vast grassy areas and trickling brooks. Alongside butterfly meadows and a water garden, Trent Country Park houses landmarks such as Trent Park House of Secrets and the historic Camlet Moat. It also provides a habitat for wildlife, including muntjac deer, rabbits and pheasants.
There are lots of outdoor activities to try too, from swinging through the trees at Go Ape to horse riding at Trent Park Equestrian Centre. Plus, an 18-hole course at Trent Park Golf Club, hockey for ages three and above at Southgate Hockey Club and the volunteer-led Trent Park Running Club, which has training groups for all abilities.
Bramley Sports Ground
When it comes to team sports, Bramley Sports Ground at the nearby Chase Side has the necessary facilities. It features grass pitches for cricket, football and rugby that you can hire for social events and corporate days out. It’s also home to Saracens Amateur RFC for those looking for something slightly more competitive.
Grovelands Park
A stone’s throw from Oakwood sits Southgate and Winchmore Hill, two leafy Enfield neighbourhoods where you’ll find Grovelands Park. Originally a private estate, this picturesque green space has been a public park since 1913. The grounds feature a large lake, woods and grasslands, providing a peaceful environment for wildlife spotting – think parakeets flying among the tree canopies and swans swimming on the water.
Several sports clubs and grounds promote your health and well-being by providing opportunities to get active outside while integrating with the community. For instance, there are tennis and basketball courts, a bowling club, a miniature golf course and weekly Parkrun events. Little ones have dedicated spaces too, namely a play area for young kids and a wooden adventure playground with larger climbing frames for older children. And when it’s time to cool down or socialise, there’s a café on the edge of the park where you can grab a drink or bite to eat.
You can enjoy all these parks and green spaces as a resident at our Oakwood Shared Ownership development. Browse our available homes and learn more about navigating the application process.
