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Mayflower Park

Southampton, Southampton

The waterfront at Town Quay in SouthamptonPhoto of Southampton: Christopher Hilton, CC BY-SA 2.0

Photo of Southampton: Christopher Hilton, CC BY-SA 2.0

Mayflower Park is a large waterfront park on Town Quay, with open grass and views across the River Test and the shipping that uses it. It has a play area, a multi-use games area, a café and toilets.

Highlights

  • Waterfront promenade with views across the River Test
  • Play area and multi-use games area
  • Open grassland, café and toilets

Good to know

  • The park closes during the Boat Show set-up and show in September
  • Parking is chargeable
  • The council lists no friends group for the park

Getting there

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Mayflower Park, Town Quay, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 2AQParking: Chargeable parking is on site. Check the council page for current charges.

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Checked on 19 October 2026 against southampton.gov.uk. Details change, so please confirm with the venue before you travel. How we check

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What's on at Mayflower Park

The waterfront at Town Quay in SouthamptonPhoto of Southampton: Christopher Hilton, CC BY-SA 2.0
7 Nov
Fireworks and bonfiresSouthampton

Southampton Fireworks

Southampton Round Table runs a fireworks evening at Mayflower Park, with a display set to pop music and a live DJ stage. Food traders, bars and a funfair are open from 4pm, and proceeds support local charities.

Prices are listed on the organiser's ticket page and vary by ticket type. Children under 4 are free. No tickets are sold on the gate, so buy in advance.Directions

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