Wickham Park
Wickham Park
4.5
9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
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9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
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9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
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9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
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9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
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Jul 2020
we were in town for one evening and looking for a place to explore/walk.
You do have to pay $5/car but the price is worth it. The 'wetlands' were a bit lackluster, but all the other parts of the park were great! There are numerous gardens to explore and a wooded path to walk.
At the cabin, there is a great view of Hartford.
We enjoyed the aviary with the sanctuary for birds.
Overall a great way to spend a few hours
You do have to pay $5/car but the price is worth it. The 'wetlands' were a bit lackluster, but all the other parts of the park were great! There are numerous gardens to explore and a wooded path to walk.
At the cabin, there is a great view of Hartford.
We enjoyed the aviary with the sanctuary for birds.
Overall a great way to spend a few hours
Written July 26, 2020
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Catherine
Naugatuck, CT43 contributions
Sep 2022
I try to go yearly to take photos. The best time for photos of the gardens, I would say, is July and early August. The park is beautiful, serene, and very well-maintained.
My only complaint is the little zoo that houses birds could e better maintained. Their cages aren't well maintained, and their water dishes were dirty. The Peacock cages were too small for them. When they spread their tail feathers, they touched the top and the sides of the cage.
My only complaint is the little zoo that houses birds could e better maintained. Their cages aren't well maintained, and their water dishes were dirty. The Peacock cages were too small for them. When they spread their tail feathers, they touched the top and the sides of the cage.
Written September 4, 2022
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Adventure Diva
Manchester, CT2,781 contributions
Oct 2022 • Solo
As a season pass holder, I frequent the park on a regular basis. Come rain or shine, the layout and well-manicured grounds is soothing and calm. Many private events have been held in the various gardens and cabin area and it is joyful to hear the celebratory chatter and music in the air.
Written October 25, 2022
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Adventure Diva
Manchester, CT2,781 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
Wickham Park is closing the end of October 2023 for the season and I'm visiting this beautiful park at least three times a week. Such a calming and tranquil place. Kudos go to all the staff who maintain the area and gardens. Their tireless dedication does not go unnoticed.
Written October 18, 2023
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travelzoom2016
Southington, CT127 contributions
Sep 2021
Beautiful park to spend some time at. Would love to return for all the seasons. We had an enjoyable picnic and enjoyed the walk to the different gardens. The views were awesome and the park is well thought out. You can walk the entire park or drive to each area. Make sure you visit the birds and the sensory garden. Thou we do not have small children any more the playground looked like fun!
Written September 8, 2021
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susan7179
Manchester, CT21 contributions
Jul 2021
They've developed an array of specialty gardens (English, Japanese, Sensory, etc.) and a small boardwalk and gravel trail through wetlands. And there are picnic sites, a nice view of Hartford, ball fields, a kite hill, an aviary(!), a kids' playground, great places for wedding photos, even for the wedding itself. Really nice place to visit.
Written August 30, 2021
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Robin T
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Oct 2016 • Couples
We had a beautiful wedding at Wickham Pavilion, no thanks to the event coordinator. To list the number of issues we had communicating with Pamela over the past year would be absolutely ridiculous. Once the "sale" was made, little by little we found out that we were lied to and the park was misrepresented over and over. It would be one thing if Pamela were busy or spread thin, but she gave me the distinct impression that she just had no ounce of concern for our experience.
The park is gorgeous, and even though in the end we had an amazing day, I would never recommend to anyone to get married there. It was a miserable frustration that came close to ruining our wedding day, which was hardly high maintenance. We had a conscious wedding--part of holding it at a non-profit park. If it weren't for the support of our amazing family and friends, we would have had to cancel or relocate last minute.
I'm amazed that more reviews don't reflect the terrible service. Nearly every vendor we spoke with also said the park is difficult to deal with. Every other business we hired was a pleasure, so I know it's not us. We requested our guests donate to a charity (one where I work, the caterer we hired, our church, or their choice) as their gift, and half-way through the year I removed Wickham from that list. We were also planning on donating to each charity we worked with, but I can't in good faith support the park again.
I can't imagine I'm the only bride that was treated this way, and I expect an apology to my guests more than anything. For anyone who has had this issue and not spoken up--you're doing a beautiful park a disservice by not alerting the director to this issue. I've never in my life had such a negative experience or worked with someone less professional.
I wish to be connected with the director (I've been trying to get his info for a month now unsuccessfully) so that I can recount the entire experience. It's truly a shame the park supports this type of practice, and I'll be telling everyone I know to warn their friends.
The park is gorgeous, and even though in the end we had an amazing day, I would never recommend to anyone to get married there. It was a miserable frustration that came close to ruining our wedding day, which was hardly high maintenance. We had a conscious wedding--part of holding it at a non-profit park. If it weren't for the support of our amazing family and friends, we would have had to cancel or relocate last minute.
I'm amazed that more reviews don't reflect the terrible service. Nearly every vendor we spoke with also said the park is difficult to deal with. Every other business we hired was a pleasure, so I know it's not us. We requested our guests donate to a charity (one where I work, the caterer we hired, our church, or their choice) as their gift, and half-way through the year I removed Wickham from that list. We were also planning on donating to each charity we worked with, but I can't in good faith support the park again.
I can't imagine I'm the only bride that was treated this way, and I expect an apology to my guests more than anything. For anyone who has had this issue and not spoken up--you're doing a beautiful park a disservice by not alerting the director to this issue. I've never in my life had such a negative experience or worked with someone less professional.
I wish to be connected with the director (I've been trying to get his info for a month now unsuccessfully) so that I can recount the entire experience. It's truly a shame the park supports this type of practice, and I'll be telling everyone I know to warn their friends.
Written October 25, 2016
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ejj1965
Willington, CT86 contributions
Nov 2019
This is a beautiful park, near the city, with a great view. We have been going to this park for many years - for group outings, cross country events, and just to hike. The park is kept very clean and it usually is not crowded. It could use better facilities but the grounds are really nice.
Written November 7, 2019
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BusterBusBus
Orlando, FL1,052 contributions
Aug 2019
You do have to pay a small fee. I believe it's $5. Its a private park not run by the government. There are many gardens you can venture in and walk around (Irish, English, Japanese, etc) They do have many species of birds (many can't survive in the wild so this is their home). You can really spend all day there. I remember as a kid all the local children would go and go sledding on the hill. Go and experience it for yourself. Its great to see all the painters painting the scenery, photographers shooting and people just enjoying themselves. This park has so much to offer.
Written September 12, 2019
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ARose
Charlotte, NC882 contributions
Jul 2019
I didnt realize there was an entrance fee to the park the first time i went - and it DOES close at sunset. You are still charged even within an hour of sunset.
I usually come here for disc golf and it has a really spacious course.
I usually come here for disc golf and it has a really spacious course.
Written August 23, 2019
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Would this be a good place to have a picnic with family even if you don't have a reservation?
Written July 29, 2021
I honestly don’t know I’m not from the area.
Written March 25, 2020
palsm0m
North Grosvenor Dale, Connecticut
I will be attending a wedding on October 15, 2016. Since I have mobility issues I wonder how much walking is involved. What are your handicap accommodations.
Written October 3, 2016
The cabin is ramped and the Emerald Room has no steps. Weddings held in the garden areas should not be a problem for you because most- not all- are in flat, grassy fields.
Written July 12, 2019
Yes you can. There are grills set up throughout the park.
Written July 21, 2015
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