Hillyfields Community Park — Park in Chatham

Hillyfields Community Park sits on Roseberry Road in Gillingham North, offering open space and a quiet retreat since 1951. It was once Johnny Green's Orchard, bought that year to create a public green area for local families, walkers, and people wanting peace. The park includes a remnant orchard, grassy lawns with bark mulch and sand paths, and well-marked walking trails through wooded areas. You can find it open 24 hours daily with no need to reserve a spot. Many visitors come from nearby towns like Chatham for weekend walks or morning strolls.

Hillyfields Community Park was formed in 1951 after the purchase of Johnny Green's Orchard, establishing its original use as public recreation space. The park has remained unchanged since then, offering a natural setting with landscaped greenery and open lawns. Its layout includes grass, bark mulch, wet pour surfaces, tigermulch, and sand pathways that support walking or cycling. A remnant orchard, historically tied to the 1951 purchase, still exists as part of the park’s character. It is a place where locals gather informally for quiet time, dog walks, or family outings during weekdays when it sees low foot traffic.

You can find local families and walkers using Hillyfields Community Park on any weekday morning when visitor numbers are lowest. The park has open access every day with no booking needed. Its natural layout of grassy lawns and marked walking paths makes it ideal for dog walks, strolls, or simple relaxation. The remnant orchard area remains a quiet feature where children play informally or people sit on benches to enjoy the shade. While large events are rare, some small community gatherings may happen in early hours when the park feels most peaceful.