Boscawen Park & Pavilion

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Boscawen Park is located alongside the Truro river.

Set alongside the River Truro, Boscawen Park is one of Truro’s most popular outdoor destinations, offering scenic riverside walks, family-friendly activities, sports facilities and beautiful open green spaces just minutes from the city centre.

Perfect for family days out, visitors can enjoy the children’s play area, duck pond, tennis courts, outdoor gym, table tennis and Truro’s only dedicated pétanque piste. The park also hosts community events and seasonal activities throughout the year.

Take a break at Café in the Park, a popular spot for coffee, snacks, ice creams and milkshakes, with outdoor seating overlooking the park.

Located within the park, the new Boscawen Park Pavilion provides a modern community hub and event space, complementing the park’s role as one of Truro’s leading destinations for recreation, wellbeing and community activities.

With on-site parking, accessible pathways and plenty of space to relax, play and explore, Boscawen Park is a great place to enjoy the outdoors in Cornwall’s only city.

Highlights:

Riverside walks along the River Truro
Children’s play area and duck pond
Tennis courts, outdoor gym and table tennis
Truro’s only pétanque piste
Café in the Park
Community events and seasonal activities
Boscawen Park Pavilion
Accessible facilities and on-site parking

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