My daughter loves Elevator Park! The play sets are large and varied, with plenty of things for…read morekids of all ages to do. They have swings for bigger kids, a pair of swings for babies, and a few swings that are adapted for kids with special needs. Many slides of many different heights, including two that are two stories tall. There is even a really cool "elevator" pole that has a platform that slowly decends when someone stops onto it, then returns up top when the person steps off. Not sure which came first, the name or the fun play element. The ground is made of the rubberized pavement which is nice under foot. They have a few tables as well as some benches for parents to sit and take a break or have a little picnic. In the park there is also a few fields including a baseball diamond. Parking can be limiting because of its popularity but I haven't had any issues thus far.

This park was renovated over 2016/2017. The updated playground is really nice and even features a…read moreConestoga wagon playset. Fitting when located on historic Conestoga Road! The park is much deeper than it appears from the road and parking area. It includes the playground, 2 tennis courts, 1 basketball court, a rain garden, open playing fields, and restrooms. There seem to be fewer benches than I'd expect. The renovations really spruced up this park. Check it out!

Vernon Young Park is part of a trio of three great Township Locations - the other two being the…read moreco-located Ardmore Avenue Pool and the Ardmore Avenue Community Center (AKA "The Shack"). This is a very well kept moderately sized park in the urban village of Ardmore. It's down the street from the Ardmore Library, Post Office and the PALM (Positive Aging Lower Merion) Senior Center. The park has four distinct areas. First, the playground, which faces Ardmore Avenue and is directly outside the pool entrance. It has a high fence (so no toddlers can easily take off, as they are likely to do), some fairly new play structures and lots of wood chips. There are also a few benches and shade trees. Then there are the basketball courts, which run games pretty regularly, both league and pick-up games. They are in good shape, have bleachers and shade awnings over the bleachers. Nice touch. There are some tennis courts, also high fenced, in very good shape. Then there is the 'lower' playing fields with two baseball diamonds and lots of grass. In the warmer months there are many baseball, soccer and flag football games going on basically every afternoon and all weekend. It's only downfall is that it is a more urban park, meant to be walked to, so if you're parking there it can be a challenge. Ardmore Avenue is one of the busier streets so it's not a quiet, tranquil place, especially when the adjacent pool is open. It is, however, well kept and well used, and has something for just about everyone (except the person looking for a quiet spot to read - not happening here).

Basketball, small playground, two baseball fields, tennis.read more

I love this playground! It's about 20 minutes from me but I don't mind. Even when there are a lot…read moreof kids it doesn't feel crowded. It's well kept and the equipment is in good condition. It's tree themed and allows kids to not only play but discover, finding different insects on parts of the play sets. In addition to the playground there's a basketball and tennis court, and a little path to walk around, some bench's. It's just a quaint area.

Excellent venue for a basketball game. When we first walked into the arena, I was actually…read moresurprised by its size--it's a cozy 6.500 seat facility for hoops. For some reason I had assumed that a storied program like Villanova, with three national championships, would have a much larger home court. But, once that surprise wore off, I was really impressed with the basketball environment. Our 3rd row seats gave us access to a supposedly exclusive club at halftime, so I was expecting some quality eats--unfortunately, the chicken po boy that came highly recommended was probably the worst arena food I've ever had. Nonetheless, I didn't go for food, I went for the game, and the high energy collegiate basketball atmosphere of this place would surely be tough to beat anywhere. If you have a chance to see a game here, make sure to take it!

Let me first start off by apologizing for the previous reviewer, dan h, and his baby knees for…read morehaving such a tough and sober time at the Pav. There are two types of Dans in this world-- those who rise above and those who squander, and it's unfortunate to hear that Villanova let this kind of beta-Dan into such a fine establishment. As I first walked into the Pav, I immediately felt the love and warmth that has traditionally bonded the Villanova community together for centuries. The Pavilion, which needed a big upgrade, looked like a totally different animal once inside. At 6 5" and 240 lbs I found that I had ample legroom. Once comfortably seated in our section, my beautiful wife, 3 beautiful children and myself were lucky enough to catch a thrilling contest between Nova and Temple. Wow. What a showdown. My 3 little ones were on the edge of their seats, and my wife and I formed yet another glorious memory together. All-in-all, we stayed the whole game because, as true Wildcats, we finish what we start. PS - I am in full support of the serving of alcohol for those of age. College is a wonderful learning experience, and there is no better place to learn responsible drinking habits than under the direct supervision of the greatest University in The United States of America. Go Cats baby.

The Ardmore Avenue Community Center (AKA "The Shack" or "The Soul Shack") has been a community…read moreinstitution for many, many generations of Ardmore children. It's a place where kids can play a game of indoor basketball, volleyball, or foosball, do their homework, be part of a club, or just spend time with their friends in a safe, comfortable environment. They have cooking classes, college prep study sessions, support groups for youth, and a computer lab too! The center is co-located with the Vernon Young Memorial Park and the Ardmore Avenue Pool.

The only time I really play on the Ardmore courts is when it is dark out because they are lit. The…read morecourts are down Ardmore Ave (off of Lancaster/Rt. 30) at W. Spring Avenue. There are two courts and I believe that they are opened pretty late. Sometimes there is a private going on, but this is usually OK because the other court is available. The courts are fenced in which is really good cause there is always a pick-up basketball game going on in the evenings. As far as I know, you don't have to reserve the courts and they are free for the public. There is also a baseball field next to the tennis courts and a playground. In the evenings there are usually a couple of teens hanging out around the playground or watching the basketball game, so it's not that quiet. Therefore, if you want to play a real game without verbal lets in the evening, you may want to go to Radnor High. During the day it should be OK as kids are in school or what not, but I prefer to play on the Narberth courts then. Street parking is available right next to the courts.

So happy to have found a location with lighting! Now with the time change there is no time after…read morenormal working hours to play without being indoor or with lights. There are two courts that are well lit at night. The lights are on a timer that you can up every 2 hrs. If the lights do do out on you, you can turn them back on with the timer on the big electric pole with the electrical boxes. They may be delayed coming back on, but be patient- they will come back on! Not sure how long into the fall/winter months the nets are kept up, but will definitely play evenings as long as they are up and weather is mild enough. Courts and net system are in fine repair. There are lighted basketball courts as well which has pick up games. Parking is available on the side neighborhood streets just down the block. Thank you for the option of lighted courts!!

Great neighborhood pool, good for new swimmers, splash pad, water slide great for all ages.read more

One of the many great reasons to be an Ardmorian would be that we have one of the Great Deals of…read morethe Century: The Ardmore Avenue Pool. This pool, completely renovated in 2004, is large enough to have fun but small enough to be able to spot your young 'un from anywhere you sit. The entrance is through Vernon Young Park, another gem with a full kids' playground, basketball & tennis courts, a large playing field for baseball, flag football, soccer, etc. and the Ardmore Avenue Community Center. So, if the young un's don't want to swim, they can play too. When you enter, you pass through either the male or female changing areas complete with lockers and showers as well as restrooms. There are two pools - a good sized toddler pool with a zero step entry, water spouts and a water mushroom play feature. Maximum depth 18 inches. Then there is the 'larger' pool, also with a zero step entry, a water slide and maximum depth of 5'. Separating the two are a low fence, some bushes, and a shade awning over some grass. Surrounding both pools are picnic tables with umbrellas. Water toys are permitted in the baby pool area. The pools are staffed with lifeguards who change station regularly to stay alert. There is no snack bar, which is in some ways a blessing (no $9 fries!). Many of the local restaurants deliver 'to the pool', and if you want you can easily leave and walk to many of them too. Parking? Well, that's the one star off. It's street only, and it can be a bit of a challenge. I don't want them to make a parking lot by any means, but it does take away from the experience. Also, you bring your own chairs, blankets, etc, which can make for a haul. Maybe the Township will get wise and start a business to rent chairs on site (hint, hint). Now, the thing that makes this really GREAT. The cost to join? For a family of four, residents of the Township, about $70. For the season. Really. Over 65 year old residents are free. Yes, really. That is not a typo. It's under a hundred dollars. A year. Well, a summer. The pool is open Memorial Day - Labor Day. (Residents of Narberth Borough can join but at a higher rate as can a limited number of residents in Ardmore, Haverford Township, again at a higher rate.) Like I said, one of the Great Deals of the Century. Here in wonderful Ardmore.