About This Playground
🌳 Village Playground is a community park in Rhode Island offering recreational facilities for children of various ages, featuring modern play equipment in a natural setting with convenient amenities for families.
Visitor Experience: Village Playground generally receives positive reviews from local families, with particular praise for its clean facilities, diverse play equipment, and family-friendly atmosphere.>
More about this playground
Playground Type
Address
31 Commercial St, Cranston, RI 02905, USA
Coordinates
41.76671, -71.38975
Hours of Operation
Hours may vary during holidays. Please call ahead for confirmation.
Playground Features
Age Suitability
Suitable for children ages 2-12, with separate areas for toddlers (2-5) and older children (5-12).
Equipment Available
Modern playground equipment including swings, slides, climbing structures, spinning equipment, balance beams, and sensory play panels.
Shaded Areas
Multiple shade trees around the perimeter and several covered picnic areas provide good sun protection throughout the day.
Seating For Parents
Numerous benches positioned with clear sightlines to play areas and picnic tables in both sunny and shaded locations.
Restroom Availability
Clean public restrooms available during park operating hours, with baby changing stations in both men's and women's facilities.
Drinking Fountains
Three drinking fountains throughout the park, including one with a bottle filler and a lower fountain for children and pets.
Safety Accessibility
Fencing
The playground area is partially fenced with two gated entrances. The toddler area is completely enclosed for added safety.
Surface Material
Impact-absorbing rubber mulch under all play equipment with accessible pathways made of smooth, poured-in-place rubber surfacing.
Ada Accessibility
ADA compliant with accessible pathways throughout, ramp access to play structures, and several inclusive play features.
Cleanliness Maintenance
Well-maintained with daily cleanings, regular equipment inspections, and prompt repairs when needed.
Additional Amenities
Nearby Parking
Free parking lot with 35 spaces including 4 accessible spots. Additional street parking available during peak times.
Pet Policy
Dogs allowed in the park on leashes but not in the playground areas. Pet waste stations provided throughout the park.
Bike Racks
Two bicycle rack areas near the main entrance with capacity for approximately 15 bikes.
Nearby Food Options
Seasonal concession stand offering snacks and drinks. Several family-friendly restaurants and cafes within a 5-minute walk.
Sports Areas
Basketball court, open field space for informal games, and a small skate park for older children and teens.
Walking / Biking Trails Nearby
Connecting to a 2-mile paved walking/biking trail that circles a nearby pond and links to the town's larger trail system.
Community Reviews
User Submitted Photos
The park's social media pages feature numerous visitor photos showcasing the playground's features and family activities.
Recent Reviews
Recent visitors highlight the playground's cleanliness, variety of equipment, and friendly atmosphere.
Crowd Levels
Busiest on weekends and after school hours (3-6 PM). Mornings on weekdays tend to be quieter and ideal for younger children.
Special Events
Hosts seasonal community events including summer concerts, holiday celebrations, and outdoor movie nights.
User Experience
Entrance Fee
Free admission year-round.
Space For Groups
Designated picnic areas can be reserved for birthday parties and group events. Three sheltered pavilions available by reservation.
Nature Connection
Landscaped with native plants, butterfly gardens, and educational signage about local ecology.
Noise Level
Moderate during peak hours but designed with acoustic considerations to minimize excessive noise.
Aesthetic Design
Thoughtfully designed with natural colors, artistic elements, and attention to the surrounding landscape.
Safety Regulations
Security Presence
Regular park ranger patrols during operating hours and security lighting throughout the park at night.
Rules Restrictions
Open from dawn to dusk. No smoking, alcohol, or glass containers allowed. Children under 8 must be supervised by an adult.
First Aid Availability
First aid kit available at the park office/maintenance building. Staff trained in basic first aid during operating hours.
Community Interaction
Community Activities
Regular community events including cleanup days, gardening programs, and volunteer opportunities.
Social Interaction
Design encourages cooperative play and family interaction with circular seating areas and group play features.
Sustainability Environment
Eco Friendly Practices
Uses recycled materials in construction, features rain gardens for stormwater management, and implements water conservation practices.
Renewable Energy
Solar-powered lighting throughout the park and renewable energy educational displays.
Walkability Bike Access
Connected to neighborhood sidewalk network with dedicated pedestrian entrances and bike paths linking to surrounding areas.
Reviews
Stephanie Simpson
9 months ago
Perfect little neighborhood playground on a quiet street. Beautiful trees and fenced in. During the spring the lilac bushes are blooming and smell wonderful! The kids really enjoyed the boats as well.
View on GoogleStacy Perpall-Borden
2 years ago
Playground is fenced in and nestled in a quiet residential area. Very big with lots of different things for the kids to climb on and play in. They also have quite a few ride on toys for the kids as well! When I went (early June on a Monday afternoon) it was very clean and appeared as though new mulch had just been laid down. The play area is surrounded by a cement "walkway" for the kids to ride on in the small cars and other ride on toys. Lots of places for adults to sit and relax, and lots of SHADE too! 😎 There is also a couple of picnic tables if you would like to bring a lunch and feed the kiddos! This place is truly a hidden gem. You and your kids will enjoy it!
View on GoogleHaddy C
3 months ago
Nice fenced playground, very quiet area and fun activities for kids. My kids love going to this playground. Would recommend it.
View on GoogleAshley Schmidt
8 months ago
We love this playground! Perfect sized play spaces for toddler aged kids and there are almost always other kids there to play with. It's nice and shady for most of the day as well so it doesn't get too hot on most of the equipment.
View on GoogleDonna McGrath
4 months ago
All fenced in Just the right size to see children play from all areas
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