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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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District: 2

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Betty Price Playground

District: 2

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Vernon Hill Pool with Swimmers

Vernon Hill Park

District: 3

Vernon Hill Park is a 15-acre park located atop Vernon Hill. This park features a playground, two baseball fields, two softball fields, a basketball court, a swimming pool and a dog park! It is the home of East Side Babe Ruth. Vernon Hill Dog Park is the first ever dog park to open in Worcester.

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

Know Before You Go

Contact Information

Address

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

Contact

Phone: 508-799-1190
Fax: 508-799-1293
parks@worcesterma.gov
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Hours

Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.