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Stay safe in very hot weather

Very hot weather is expected for the next few days. A red heat-health alert (the highest level) is in place for London on Wednesday and Thursday.  

Hot weather can be dangerous and can cause serious illness. Stay safe and look out for others who may be particularly vulnerable to the heat. Read advice on GOV.UK

Cool spaces

There are local cool spaces that are free and open to everyone. Visit them to rest, drink water and stay cool. Find a cool space near you

Access Islington hubs 

North and South Access Islington hubs are closed due to the hot weather. The Central Hub is open for urgent, in-person support, until 4pm today (Wednesday 24 June) but avoid travelling unless it is essential. 

You can still access our services online and you can call us on 020 7527 2000 if you need to speak to someone. 

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Wray Crescent

Wray Crescent is a large park with the only cricket pitch in Islington. There are lots of things to do, including playing sports and enjoying the playground.

Park features

Sports facilities

  • Grass cricket pitch. You can book the pitch here.
  • Outdoor table tennis
  • Tarmac ball court with football goals, basketball hoops and step-free access

Address

Thorpedale Road, N4

Size

2.13 hectares or 5.27 acres

Getting there

Buses: 91 to Hornsey Road; 210, W3, W7 to Stroud Green Road

Tube: Finsbury Park 

Train: Finsbury Park 

Accessibility

Use Interactive Maps to identify nearest disabled parking bays and distance from public transport routes.

Opening and closing times

See our parks opening and closing times page.

Contact

Assistant Parks Manager, Public Realm Division

Email: greenspace@islington.gov.uk

Telephone: 020 7527 2000

Text: 'Greenspace' + your message to 80800

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