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Malvern is a unique borough located just 25 miles west of Philadelphia. The Borough covers 1.3 square miles and is home to approximately 3,200 people. Both residential and commercial districts in Malvern have continued to grow consistently over the past few years. Funding for the revitalization has been a partnership between the Borough government and the County of Chester.

The SEPTA R5 rail system runs alongside the town and makes several stops each day. Buses also run through town on a daily basis, going to West Chester, Exton Square Mall and the King of Prussia Mall. Malvern is a pedestrian-friendly town making it perfect for residents and shoppers alike to walk Malvern’s streets. Malvern also boasts a small shopping center, consignment shops, coffee shops, restaurants and flower shops.

Malvern History

The Borough was named after the Malvern Hills, which are close to the Welsh border in England. Welsh settlers first settled in Malvern in the 1600s. William Penn sold them the land for 10 cents an acre. Malvern was incorporated as a borough in 1889. Malvern is the last stop on Philadelphia’s historic Main Line Railroad. Though tracks have been laid west of Malvern, it is still considered the end of the Main Line.

Malvern Parks and Recreation

Malvern maintains 3 acres of parkland. The Malvern Parks and Recreation Department is managed by a committee. They keep a calendar of those interested in making reservations at the public parks, arrange for summertime entertainment in the park, and decorate the gazebo and large tree for the Christmas holiday season.

Samuel & M. Elizabeth Burke Park
Burke Park is 1.4 acres. It is used mainly for festivals, concerts and general recreation. The Gazebo and beautifully landscaped area are perfect for outdoor events.

Theodore S.A. Rubino Memorial Park
Rubino Park has 15,000 square feet of play area with a Gazebo entrance. The area is fenced in for child safety and provides a great place for picnics and small children play.

The Horace J. Quann Memorial Park
Horace J. Quann Memorial Park is 1.6 acres and is the most active recreation area. It supports baseball, basketball, and open space for volleyball and other activities. It is located at First and Warren Avenues, across from the Borough Hall.

Click here for a calendar of events for the Malvern Parks & Recreation Department.

Malvern Attractions

Malvern is home to many exciting attractions perfect for everyone in the family. The borough offers many places to explore including the Wharton Esherick Museum, the Swiss Pines Japanese Gardens, and more.

Wharton Esherick Museum

The Wharton Esherick Museum is an art studio that is available for tours by appointment. Dedicated to Wharton Esherick, a master craftsman from the region, it features exhibits of his work, including his famous spiral staircases and intricately designed furniture.

Swiss Pines Japanese Garden

Swiss Pines is a private Japanese garden and wildlife preserve with flowers, statuary, nature trail, streams and ponds. The tranquil Swiss Pines were designed and created by the late Mr. Arnold Bartschi and is open to the public.

People’s Light & Theatre

The People’s Light and Theatre Company is a non-profit, professional theatre. Their artistic ensemble engages in significant community collaboration and continues to make connections with new audiences through our nationally recognized arts education program, Project Discovery. This program serves 35,000 young people each year through in-school residencies, student matinees that bring students from 20 high schools to the theatre twice each year for free, special projects tailored to specific youth communities, and a year-round Theatre School for both young people and adults.

Radnor Hunt

The annual Bryn Mawr Hound Show has been held at Radnor Hunt since 1956. This is the most prestigious of all hound shows in North America and draws foxhounds from across the United States and Canada. Hunter trials have also become an annual event. Teams of two horses and riders compete for either the fastest or ideal time on a nearly six mile course over the Radnor hunting country. There are also many horse shows, pony shows, gymkhanas and the like at the Radnor Hunt Pony Club grounds, which are conveniently located on acreage adjoining the hunt property.

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