The Lannett Play Area

Decent little spot in Gloucester that punches above its weight for a urban green. The zipline tends to be the big draw for older kids, but there’s genuinely good stuff here for toddlers too — accessible swings, a roundabout, and a climbing structure that won’t completely terrify nervous parents. You can actually keep an eye on everything from one spot, which matters more than people admit. Chuck a ball around on the grass or the football pitch while the little ones wear themselves out on the equipment.