Kent Ridge Park

Kent Ridge Park is a 47-hectare hilltop park in Kent Ridge, Queenstown, Singapore, located between the National University of Singapore and Singapore Science Park. Part of the Southern Ridges network, it features secondary forest, rich biodiversity and elevated viewpoints. The park is notable as the site of the Battle of Pasir Panjang in February 1942 and retains wartime relics, heritage trails, a 280-metre Canopy Walk and fitness facilities.

Visitors can expect a forested ridge-top park with paved and natural trails, elevated boardwalks and lookout points offering views over the southwestern coast. The landscape includes secondary forest, open lawns and ponds with diverse birds and flora. Key areas to explore include the Canopy Walk, heritage and nature trails with interpretive panels about World War II history, fitness corners, shelters and connections to the Southern Ridges trail linking to HortPark and Labrador Nature Reserve.

The ridge, formerly Pasir Panjang Ridge, was the site of the Battle of Pasir Panjang from 13-14 February 1942 during World War II, where the Malay Regiment defended the area in one of the last battles before the fall of Singapore. Wartime relics and interpretive markers remain, and the nearby Reflections at Bukit Chandu commemorates the battle. The park was later established and named Kent Ridge after the Duke of Kent's visit in 1952.