Photo – Tourism London
Some great news for local baseball fans!
Tourism London announced last week that starting May 30th, guided tours of Labatt Park, the world’s oldest baseball grounds, will open for the 2023 season.
These award-winning tours were recently recognized at the London Heritage Awards, having been presented with the 2023 Local History Award. Opened in 1877, Labatt Memorial Park is recognized in the Guinness Book of World Record’s as the World’s Oldest Baseball Grounds.
Some of baseball’s most legendary players have played at the park including Ty Cobb, Satchel Paige, Fergie Jenkins and more.
Running until August 30th, visitors can book a tour for only $5, which are offered from Tuesday to Friday at 2 pm and Saturdays at 10 am.
Tours must be booked at least one day in advance, and children 12 and under free.
To book your tour or to learn more, visit www.labattparktours.ca.
Written by: C. Soares
