Walton Gardens

Walton Hall Gardens was originally part of a much larger country estate purchased in 1812 by the Greenall family, famous for their success in the brewing industry.

The Estate was bought by Warrington Borough Council in 1941 and has been enjoyed as a park since 1945.

Children's zoo
One of the park's most popular attractions, the children's zoo boasts a colourful array of birds and animals.

You can visit any day of the year and entry is free of charge.  The zoo is open on Christmas day and new year's day between 10.30am and 12noon only. Feeding time is 2pm in summer and 1pm in winter.

Our 'adopt an animal' scheme has a variety of animals including peacocks and pygmy goats waiting to be adopted. The money raised will all be spent on improvements to the zoo, helping to provide better facilities for animals, birds and visitors. For more information and an application form, visit the animal adoption scheme page. 

The rangers are always on hand to answer questions and are happy to give advice on animals.  We run ‘keeper for the day’ events if you would like to find out what the children's zoo is all about.

You can now follow BoBo the donkey on facebook  
and get all the latest news and updates from the zoo! 

Outdoor games
Traditional games for everyone to enjoy!  Test your golfing skills on our nine-hole pitch 'n' putt course, have fun on the crazy golf or the putting green or enjoy a game of bowls (summer season only).

Click here for more information on outdoor games and charges.

Country walks
If you enjoy country walks you'll find the gardens an ideal starting point.

Footpaths are waymarked to local beauty spots such as Hill Cliffe, Appleton Reservoir and the Bridgewater Canal. Those wishing to explore further will find OS Explorer maps 275 and 276 useful.

The rangers lead regular walks throughout the year. 
See our circular walk   leaflet here.

Heritage centre, gift shop and coffee shop
Situated in the old stable yard, the heritage centre contains a fascinating historical exhibition showing life as it used to be on the Walton Estate in the nineteenth and early twentieth century.

There is also a small Lewis Carroll exhibition tracing the works of this locally born author and his links to Walton Hall, as well as a natural history room with a bird viewing window overlooking our feeding station.

Local guides and maps are also available.

Gifts and souvenirs, including Alice in Wonderland merchandise are on sale in the shop.

The coffee shop in the heritage yard area, adjacent to the Bridgewater Canal, serves a selection of hot and cold drinks, snacks and confectionery. There are both indoor and outdoor eating areas.

Assistance dogs only in this area please.

Contact the heritage centre on 01925 602336.

Map
Click here to view a map of Walton Hall and Gardens.

Notes for visitors
To ensure the safety of all park users, we regret that the following are NOT permitted within the grounds:

• Barbecues 
• Use of hard cricket/rounders balls 
• Golf (except within designated areas) 
• Cycling                          

More information

• Access for all
• News and events at Walton Hall and Gardens
• Opening times and car park charges
• History of Walton Hall
• Friends of Walton Estate

Contact us
Rangers and general information      01925 601617
Estate office                                01925 261957
Fax no.                                       01925 861868

Last updated 10/02/2010 15:02:36

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