BEDFORD,MASSACHUSETTS
PARKS,PLAYGROUNDS &FIELDSGUIDE
GENERALINFORMATION
Bedford Recreation Department
Josh Smith, Recreation Director
Nikki Taylor, Assistant Recreation Director
Raeann Gembis, Adult Program Coordinator
Alex Plodzik, Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Deb Squillini, Administrative Assistant
Recreation Commission
Robin Steele, Chair
Julie Halloran
Michael O'Donnell
Ron Richter
Heidi Trockman
Field Rental Information
Contact Us:
12MudgeWay
Bedford,MA01730
RecreationOfficeHours:
Monday,8:00AM-7:00PM
Tuesday-Thursday,8:00AM-4:00PM
Friday,8:00AM-1:00PM
Phone:781-275-1392
Fax:781-687-6156
Email: recreationdepartment@bedfordma.gov
Website:www.bedfordrecreation.org
Please read and review the Town of Bedford Use Policy for Athletic Fields and Other Recreational Facilities Here:
To apply for a permit please submit THIS FORM. Contact Nikki Taylor (ntaylor@bedfordma.gov) with any questions.
Organized use of the playing fields, courts, and playgrounds is prohibited without permit from Bedford Recreation.
Park, Playground and Field Feedback?
Please fill out THIS FORM to report any concerns or feedback regarding a park, playground or field in Bedford.
Please help us keep our parks, playgrounds and fields clean!
Please carry out all trash after use.
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General Information................................................................. 1 Bedford Town Center Campus .............................................. 3 Town Center Playground......................................................... 4 Bedford High School Campus ............................................... 5-8 John Glenn Middle School Campus ...................................... 9 Lt. Job Lane Elementary School Campus .......................... 10 Lt. Eleazar Davis Elementary School Campus ................... 11 Springs Brook Park .................................................................. 12 Springs Brook Park Fields ...................................................... 13 Bedford Skatepark ................................................................... 14 South Road Fields...................................................................... 15 Hartwell Field ............................................................................. 16 Page Field ................................................................................... 17 Field/Park Amenities List ........................................................ 18 TABLEOFCONTENTS 2
BEDFORDTOWNCENTERCAMPUS
10 Mudge Way
The Town’s Municipal complex at 10 Mudge Way features many areas of activity for all ages! Summer Concerts are held at this location in July and August. There are multiple playing fields and athletic areas as well as a playground and an area for families to gather.
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TOWNCENTERPLAYGROUND
Bedford Town Center Campus-10 Mudge Way
The Town Center Playground is right in the heart of the Town's Municipal complex. It is a shady, fun and exciting playground built for many ages. The park is fenced in and has multiple climbing and swing structures. The playground has a separate area great for toddlers and younger children.
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BEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS
9 Mudge Way
The Bedford High School Campus is alive with athletic events and multigenerational activity! The area boasts multiple athletic fields, tennis courts, outdoor basketball courts and areas for exercise and passive recreation.
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Bedford High School Sabourin Turf Field
BEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS
9 Mudge Way
5 Lit Tennis Courts & Tennis Wall
2 Lit Basketball Courts
A Field (Baseball) C Field (Softball)
Wilson Field (Full Size Rectangular)
Liljegren Field (Full Size Rectangular)
Bedford High School Track: Lit until 11:00 PM each day
BHS TENNIS COURTS
9 Mudge Way
The BHS Tennis Courts are lit tennis courts adjacent to the Bedford High School and Town's Municipal complex. Use is allowed from dawn to 11:00 PM and lights are available for evening play. Recreation and School use of the BHS and JGMS Tennis courts are available on the Recreation Department website: www.bedfordrecreation.org.
Court use is first come first serve (except Recreation and School use). There is a 1 hour max playing time if others are waiting. Organized use of these courts is prohibited without permit from the Bedford Recreation Department.
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BHS OUTDOOR BASKETBALL COURTS
9 Mudge Way
The BHS Outdoor basketball courts are adjacent to the Bedford High School and Town's Municipal complex. Use is allowed from dawn to 11:00 PM and lights are available for evening play.
Court use is first come first serve (except Recreation and School use). Organized use of these courts is prohibited without a permit from the Bedford Recreation Department.
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JOHNGLENNMIDDLESCHOOLCAMPUS
99 McMahon Road
The JGMS (John Glenn Middle School Campus) has multiple athletic fields as well as pickleball courts.
6 Lit Pickleball Courts
J Field (Full Size Rectangular)
Plateau Field (Full Size Rectangular)
I Field (Baseball/Softball)
H Field (Baseball/Softball)
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G Field (Baseball)
LT. JOB LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
66 Sweetwater Ave
The Lane School playground and fields are not open during school hours (8:00 AM-3:00 PM). After school hours the playground is available for public use. Behind the school, there are multiple playing fields.
School
Field
Lane
Baseball/Softball
Lane
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Lane School Playground
School Rectangular Field
LT. ELEAZAR DAVIS SCHOOL
410 Davis Road
The Davis School playground and fields are not open during school hours (9:00 AM-3:30 PM). After school hours the playground is available for public use. Behind the school, there are multiple playing fields.
Davis School Playground
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Davis School Baseball & Soccer Field
SPRINGS BROOK PARK
171 Springs Road
Springs Brook Park is a seasonal recreation facility that includes a man-made pond that is filtered and chlorinated. Multiple amenities make this park family-friendly and a safe and fun place to spend your summer! Membership registration and full park details are published in early-Spring. Details will be posted at www.bedfordrecreation.org
Springs Brook Park Amenities
Sand Beach
Zero Depth Water Entry
In-Pond Spray Features
Lifeguards
Spray Park
Bath House
Playground
Miniature Golf
Picnic Area with Grills
Paddle Boards & Kayaks
Dock
Gaga Ball
Shade Structures
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SPRINGS BROOK PARK FIELDS
171 Springs Road
Springs Brook Park Rectangular Field
The Springs Brook Park Athletic Fields are used primarily for Bedford Youth Sports in the Fall and Spring seasons.
Springs Brook Park Baseball/Softball Field
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BEDFORD SKATE PARK
12 Mudge Way
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The Bedford Skatepark is located in the Town's Municipal complex behind 12 Mudge Way. It has recently undergone a rehab on some of the elements. The park is open from dawn to dusk. Helmets are required.
SOUTH ROAD FIELDS
377 South Road
The South Road Complex has numerous rectangular playing fields that are used by Bedford Sports Organizations in the Fall and Spring seasons.
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HARTWELL ROAD FIELD Kendall Court
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The Hartwell Road Baseball/Softball Field is located within the Hartwell Farms complex.The field can be accessed by using one of the ramps.
PAGE FIELD
50 Loomis Street
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The primary use of the Page Field Complex is Baseball/Softball. Page field has one lit baseball diamond.
PARK, PLAYGROUND & FIELD AMENETIES
Bedford Town Center Campus
Town Center Playground
Bedford High School Campus
John Glenn Middle School Campus
Lt. Job Lane Elementary School Campus
Lt. Eleazar Davis Elementary School Campus
Springs Brook Park
Springs Brook Park Fields
Bedford Skatepark
Basketball Wheel Chair Access Playground Soccer Trail Access Tennis/ Pickleball
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you to Rob Ackerman for many of the photos included in this guide!
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