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.

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).

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. 

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  

Access for all

At Walton Hall Gardens we have endeavoured to open up the park to people of all abilities and continue to involve disability information organisations in the planning of improvements.

In the car park, parking bays for disabled visitors are situated close to the park entrance and parking is free for blue badge holders.

The main toilet block, close to the entrance, includes a toilet with hoist and plinth for the disabled (accessible by radar key) and a baby changing area.

For hall visitors, a lift provides access to the first floor for those with reduced mobility. The hall also has a toilet for the disabled.

Within the park, many paths are surfaced with tarmac making them accessible to wheelchair users and suitable for prams. Regular resting points are provided wherever possible. The easy access garden has raised aromatic beds and wheelchair-accessible picnic benches.

Out and about on the footpaths around Walton, many stiles have been replaced by kissing gates for the less agile walker.

Disability Awareness Day

Each year Walton Hall Gardens plays host to the annual Disability Awareness Day organised by WDP where information can be found on all aspects of living with disability.  For further information please contact the Warrington Disability Partnership on 01925 240064.

Rangers and general information - 01925 601617.

Related documents:

Walton Warbler newsletter Jan 2011.pdf

Walton Warbler newsletter June 2011.pdf

How to find us.pdf