Playing Fields

Mundy Playing Fields

Mundy Playing Fields, Kington Lane, Thornbury, Bristol, BS35 1NA

This large green space was given to the Town by the Honourable Mrs Violet Mundy in 1937 and has been used and cherished by the residents ever since. Today, it includes football pitches, tennis courts, a pavilion which can be hired for children’s birthday parties and meetings, a splash pad installed in 2014 and extensive play area which received an £85,000 refurbishment in 2018. This refurbishment saw the installation of many new pieces of equipment including swings, climbing equipment and trampolines. The top of the field contains some outdoor gym equipment suitable for adults and young people aged 14 and over.

The addition of the Poulterbrook field saw an increased area available for sports use and the planting of several young Oak trees, to help add character to the area for years to come. Recently installed was a picnic area and wild flower patch which helps promote increased biodiversity whilst providing a quiet and peaceful area for a picnic.

During opening hours, there is a public toilet block available with disabled access and baby changing. There is a car park at the far end of the field which provides free parking and during the summer, you may be lucky enough to find an ice cream van! The car park and toilets are usually open between 9am and 8pm in the summer, and shorter hours through the winter. Please check signage on arrival for closing times.

The fields are home each year to Thornbury Carnival, organised by the voluntary Carnival Committee and also the firework display organised by Thornbury Roundtable. Parkrun takes place on a Saturday morning at 9am and is ‘free, forever, for everyone’.

14434864_336121186735115_516303085077802661_o.jpg360112492_305712588474709_6834853846187280970_n.jpgFireworks-scaled.jpgIMG_20200914_131128-scaled.jpgIMG_20200914_131320-scaled.jpgIMG_20200914_131533-scaled.jpgIMG_20200914_131622-scaled.jpgIMG_20200914_131701-scaled.jpgPaul-2-scaled.jpg

Sandpit now open!

The eagle eyed amongst you will have noticed works afoot at the Mundy Playing Fields over the past few days. We are pleased to unveil the addition of our new sandpit for the Summer of 2023. The structure is designed to be relatively temporary to give us a chance to trial the concept and gather feedback from users at the end of the Summer.

Buckets and spaces are provided; visitors are encouraged not take these away from the site, as they are intended for everyone to enjoy. We look forward to seeing some impressive sand structures throughout the Summer. Sorry children – the tractor is not included for play!

buckets2-900x675.jpgIMG_1279-300x225.jpeg

Chantry Playing Field

Chantry Playing Field, Church Road, Thornbury, Bristol, BS35 1EJ

This open space is used by local residents for ball games and sports. Thornbury Football and Thornbury Rugby Clubs hire the space for training and matches and it has also played host to the Armed Forces Day celebrations. The site is within walking distance of the town centre and also The Castle School and Sixth Form Centre. There are no toilet or changing facilities and parking is in the surrounding streets.

Image of the Chantry playing field

2025-2026 Sports Facility Hiring Charges

Note: VAT included where applicable. VAT is not applicable to most sports facility fees.


Football & Rugby Pitches


FacilityCharge
Mundy Senior per match (includes changing rooms/showers)
£90.77
Mundy Senior per match (excluding changing rooms/showers)
£60.52
Mundy Junior per match
£32.48
Chantry Field Senior per match (changing rooms not available on site)
£60.52
Chantry Field Senior* per contract season
£1,081.88
Chantry Field Junior* per contract season
£255.36
Training area (not pitches) at MPF
No Charge


Training


FacilityCharge
Training area (not pitches) at Mundy Playing Fields
No Charge
Training on pitches (senior)
£29.04
Training on pitches (junior)
£15.73


Personal Trainers & Exercise Classes


FacilityCharge
Small group (up to 8 people) and 1 to 1 personal trainer sessions
No Charge
Commercial aerobics and fitness classes (over 8 people) per session
£14.52


Mundy Playing Fields Pavilion


FacilityCharge
General Room (minimum 3 hour hire)
£10.25 per hour
Kitchen/Bar/Foyer (minimum 3 hour hire)
£7.99 per hour

Please note that a £55.01 cleaning charge will be levied if left in an unsatisfactory condition

Match Cancellation Fee

Unless cancellation received by 12 noon on the day prior to the match – £39.33 per match.

A £55.01 cleaning charge will be levied if changing rooms are left in an unsatisfactory condition.

Documentation Required

Hirers of the playing fields, whether commercial or non-profit, will need to first provide us with a copy of their insurance certificate, risk assessments, and an outline of the activity/equipment they are seeking to run. The Town Council will confirm whether there are fees, and agree a space that the organisation or activity can use.

We have Guidelines for Geocaching below, which people planning new activities should read beforehand.

Bookings and Accounts

To book or amend an existing booking for the Mundy Playing Fields and Chantry Field pitches, training area, changing rooms, or pavilion use, or for events and general enquiries including accounts, contact the Town Hall office:

info@thornburytowncouncil.gov.uk

01454 412 103

Council Logo

Thornbury Town Council.

Office:

Town Hall

High Street

Thornbury

South Gloucestershire

BS35 2AR

Opening Times: Monday - Thursday 9:00-17:00 & Friday 9:00-16:00

Visit our Social Media channels
Admin
Login
nalc-logo-173x100.jpg

Confirms to WCAG 2.2 AA | Website design by Town and Parish Council Websites