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Bennett Field is an almost 6 acre park, undergoing renovations to the ball field and retaining wall along Gates Lane. Bennett field is located behind the state Veterans Memorial Pool in Webster Square. This park features a softball field, a playground and a pool!

Run and Play

Swings in Foreground and Playground Structure Behind at Bennett Field

The playground at Bennet Field consists of two sections. One section is designed for children 2-5 years old, while the other section is designed for children 5-12 years old. There are swings for young kids, and for older kids. There are also various play structures with varying levels of difficulty, such as a climbing wall, monkey bar structures, tic tac toe panel, tall or short slides and much more! 

Take a Dip

Bennet Pool

Cool off and take a dip in the Veterans Memorial (Bennett Field) Swimming Pool! This pool is located in the City park.

The pool is in the Bennett Field park, but it is run by the State's Department of Conservation and Recreation.

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View some of the other parks in the City. Get out and explore!

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Green Hill Park Stone Pavilion with Red Roof

Green Hill Park

District: 2

Worcester’s largest and most diverse park includes a golf course and many sports fields, some lighted. There is a petting zoo, arboretum, ponds and playgrounds. Green Hill Pond, a 30-acre “great pond” is at the center. Multiple gazebos and picnic areas provide areas to relax and take in the view.
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Institute Park Stone Benches with Ampitheater in Background

Institute Park

District: 2

Institute Park is a historic park which dates to the late 1800’s. Close to downtown, this park was originally an ordinary farm field and pasture. It was donated by the Honorable Stephen Salisbury III in 1887 as a park to supply a green space for the students and citizens of Worcester.
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Blithewood Park Blue and Green Playground

Blithewood Park

District: 3

Blithewood Park features a playground, basketball court, baseball field, historic gazebo, and on-site parking. The Park got an upgrade in 2014. This re-vamp included, a new playground, fencing, accessible walkway upgrades and the gazebo got a new roof, repair of worn boards and a complete repainting.

Quick Facts

Location: 1258 Main Street - Map

District: 5

Size: 5.6 acres

Parking Lot(s): No

Master Plan: View Master Plan

Features:

  • Playground
  • Pool
  • Softball Diamond

Contact Information

Address

Parks & Recreation
50 Officer Manny Familia Way
Worcester, MA 01605

Contact

Phone: 508-799-1190
Fax: 508-799-1293
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