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Bennett Field is an almost 6 acre park, undergoing renovations to the ball field and retaining wall along Gates Lane. Bennett field is located behind the state Veterans Memorial Pool in Webster Square. This park features a softball field, a playground and a pool!

Run and Play

Swings in Foreground and Playground Structure Behind at Bennett Field

The playground at Bennet Field consists of two sections. One section is designed for children 2-5 years old, while the other section is designed for children 5-12 years old. There are swings for young kids, and for older kids. There are also various play structures with varying levels of difficulty, such as a climbing wall, monkey bar structures, tic tac toe panel, tall or short slides and much more! 

Take a Dip

Bennet Pool

Cool off and take a dip in the Veterans Memorial (Bennett Field) Swimming Pool! This pool is located in the City park.

The pool is in the Bennett Field park, but it is run by the State's Department of Conservation and Recreation.

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District: 3

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Cookson Field Silver Climbing Structures

Cookson Field

District: 4

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Apricot Street Playground with Blue Tower and Tan Slides

Apricot Street Playground

District: 5

Apricot Street Playground is a small neighborhood park (2.3 acres) located on the corner of Merchant and Apricot Streets near the Worcester-Leicester line. This park features a small playground, a swing set, and a few picnic tables. Apricot Street Playground has been a City Park since 1940.

Quick Facts

Location: 1258 Main Street - Map

District: 5

Size: 5.6 acres

Parking Lot(s): No

Master Plan: View Master Plan

Features:

  • Playground
  • Pool
  • Softball Diamond

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Contact Information

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

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