Penfold Park
22°23′56″N 114°12′23″E / 22.39889°N 114.20639°E
| Penfold Park | |
|---|---|
| 彭福公園 | |
Aerial view | |
| Location | Sha Tin, Hong Kong |
| Area | Approx. 9 hectares |
| Opened | 11 May 1979 |
| Operated by | Hong Kong Jockey Club |
| Public transit access | Racecourse station (250 m) Fo Tan station (600 m) |
Penfold Park (Chinese: 彭福公園) is a public park managed by the Hong Kong Jockey Club in Sha Tin, Hong Kong. It is named after Major-General Bernard Penfold, the first general manager of the Jockey Club who was in office from 1972 to 1979.
The park is located in the centre (within the track) of the Sha Tin Racecourse with a gross area of over 20 acres. It features green areas, as well as pools used by various waterbirds. People around the area often go there to have a walk. There are many painted horse statues and artworks. It is closed during horse racing days and Mondays.