The town's outdoor recreation field on Brattleboro Road, behind the town offices, with a picnic pavilion built in 2023, a ball field, a fire pit and grills, and lawn games like horseshoes, cornhole, and bocce. The Recreation Committee runs concerts and seasonal events here through the year, and the field stays open for public use daily except when it is reserved for a private function.
What to expect
Dogs
Pets must stay under the owner's control at all times, and owners must clean up after them, per the field's posted Rules of Use. This matches Leyden's townwide animal control bylaw.
Hours
Normal hours of use are 9:00am to 8:00pm; amplified music is restricted to 10:00am through 8:00pm. Both allow posted exceptions for scheduled events.
Ball Sports
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Leyden Recreation Committee
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On site
Avery Field Pavilion
A field house/pavilion, opened June 2023, available to reserve for private events for a fee. · True
Drinking water
Pavilion water comes from a well shared with the Town Offices; the volume is limited, so it is restricted to drinking, cooking, restrooms, and fire extinguishing.
Picnic area
Grills are available at the pavilion for public use; users must clean them after use.
Common questions
Can I reserve Avery Field for a private event?
Yes, through the Leyden Recreation Committee, for $125 a day or $200 for two consecutive days; fees can be waived for charitable or municipal events.
Is there an entry fee at Avery Field Recreation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Avery Field Recreation Area?
Pets must stay under the owner's control at all times, and owners must clean up after them, per the field's posted Rules of Use. This matches Leyden's townwide animal control bylaw.
What rules should I know at Avery Field Recreation Area?
Personal alcohol consumption is allowed, but a host providing an open bar or selling alcohol must carry a one-day liquor liability policy plus a town liquor permit, and arrange a paid police presence. Anyone using the field must remove their own food, trash, and belongings the same day, and pay…