Five Parks in Town

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Today we look at five parks in town.

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Patch Picks: Five Parks in Town

• Ipswich River Park on 15 Central Street is one of the most popular parks in town. The park features athletic fields, a tennis court, skate park, restrooms, a large jungle gym, swings, and a new pavilion with grilles and picnic benches.
• Clarke Park at 61 Burroughs Road is on the south shore of Martins Pond. The park features a beach, benches, grilles, picnic tables, a jungle gym, and swings.
• Michael J. Benevento Park on 251 Central Street is the home of North Reading Little League. There are three baseball diamonds and two batting cages. A concession stand is available during night games and there are restrooms at the park.
• Chestnut Street Complex on 160 Chestnut Street is a great park with a Kid Spot and is home of North Reading Youth Soccer. There are three soccer fields, a softball field, and a basketball court. The Kids Zone has a Jungle gym, see-saw, slides, and swings. 
• Rita J. Mullin Recreational Park on 96 Lowell Road is home of the North Reading field hockey and softball teams. Dogs are permitted on a leash, but must be cleaned up after.