Congleton Park

Congleton Park is a much loved open space in the town. Open for over 130 years incorporating a 3 hectare woodland area. The park is over 10 hectares. The River Dane runs through. With lovely walks with views of the town and the park it a great place to escape. The park has an aviary which is home to a variety of birds such as cockatoos taken care of by the park staff.

There is a friendly play area next to the Jubilee Gardens which has disabled access. It has a mixture of toddler and junior equipment. Loved by the locals and has a great community feel.

The Pavillion built in 1887 to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria. It now has a cafe and bar inside serving a variety of food and ice cream to the park visitors.

The Jubilee gardens designed and planted in 1953 to celebrate the coronation on Queen Elizabeth II, the garden was adjusted in 2004/2005 to introduce more symmetry to bring it in line with the ideas of the parks original designer Edward Kemp.

There is a cycle track around the entire park which goes through the woodland, it is a great way to enjoy the space. Woodland walks and Disabled access is available in most areas.

There are some interesting things to see such as The Park Sundial. The Stone Fountain made of Biddulph Moor Stone. The Cast Iron Drinking Fountain. The Market Cross originally in Lawton Street Gardens it was moved to Congleton Park in 1953. It is thought to date back to 1500. The bowling Green and Pavillion, also The Bandstand which was built in 1914.

There are plenty of places to just sit and enjoy the gardens.

There are four entrances into the space. Buglawton, St Stephens, Park Road and Mill Green.

Disabled car parking is available by the Park Lodge/Office.

The park is situated North East of the Town just a 10 min walk. It is well signed off the main roads. It is managed by Congleton Borough Council.