Canoe Lake

There is an impressive range of floral bedding on display within this park. The main attraction to the area however is the man made boating lake which has peddle boats available for hire. There is a large and very popular children's play area with equipment for all ages and a sand pit. Adjacent to the lake are the remaining walls of Lumps Fort, which is now a peaceful and restful setting for Southsea Rose Gardens. It is also home to the Model Village where everything is on a miniature scale.

Canoe Lake is known as a swan's nursery as it is one of the Mute Swans chosen sites in the Solent. At times up to 60 juveniles can congregate here for comfort and security during the winter. Bread can be harmful for the swans as it is difficult to digest. Wheat grain is a much healthier alternative and is usually available at the Canoe Lake cafe that is located nearby.

There are many sports facilities available ranging from bowling greens, putting green, grass and tarmac tennis courts and a basketball court. Further east is St. Helen's Cricket Field and Southsea Mini-Links - a challenging 9-hole golf course.