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Burncoat Street Playground is the northern most public park in Worcester. Located between Burncoat Street and West Boylston Street, this park offers activities such as basketball, tennis and volleyball, as well as a playground. Burncoat Street Playground is also fairly close to Kendrick Field.

Play Outside

View of the Slide Area of the Burncoat Street Playground

The Burncoat Street Playground has play structures for kids of all ages. Whether kids want to swing, slide, climb or just run around, parents can relax on a shady bench while the little ones burn off some energy.

Updated Courts

Looking at the Net of the Tennis Court

You'll feel like you can play your best games on these amazing courts! Both the basketball court and tennis court are paved and nicely maintained so that you can focus on improving your skills. Even more convenient is that the tennis court doubles as a pickleball court as well! Official markings for both tennis and pickleball can be found here to play either sport at your convenience.

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Oread Castle Playground Set

Oread Castle Park

District: 4

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Grant Square

District: 2

Grant Square is located in the Green Hill neighborhood of Worcester. The park property was acquired in two sections, but after the larger piece was acquired, the two were combined into a single tract for park use. In 2015, the city installed a new playground, a new basketball court and community garden beds.

Quick Facts

Location: 524 Burncoat Street - Map

District: 1

Size: 1.2 acres

Parking Lot(s): No

Features:

  • Basketball Court
  • Playground
  • Tennis Court
  • Volleyball Court

Contact Information

Address

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

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Fax: 508-799-1293
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