Herm Williams Park on Kelly Road has a lovely shaded playground surrounded by old growth trees and grassy play areas. Two large pergolas in the large level grassy area provide a covered gathering place for small community events and activities.
In May 2026, Colwood Council approved the replacement of the aging playground equipment in Herm Williams Park where kids and families enjoy a peaceful, shady place to play.
History of Herm Williams Park
The park was named after Hermon Williams who first purchased his home here in 1939. The Williams' owned a large farm that spanned 20 acres between Wishart Road and Hatley Park at Royal Roads. Herm was a farmer at heart, who also volunteered as a Colwood firefighter, was a real estate agent and a singer with the Orion Club. When Colwood's first Council was sworn in at the Juan de Fuca arena in 1985, Herm Williams sang O Canada - no microphone required.
Herm Williams' grandson, Russ Cameron, served as Colwood's Fire Chief for nearly 35 years. He retired in October 2013.
In 2015, two large pergolas were added to the large level grassy area to provide a gathering place for small community events and activities. The pergolas were designed by well-known architect John Di Castri and had previously graced the entrance to the Royal BC Museum. The City acquired them when the museum offered them up at no cost.
Fully accessible.
Kelly Road