Just five minutes on foot from the Town Centre, this beautiful Victorian park offers something for everyone. It features a children’s playground, scenic riverside trails, pathways through the historic town woods, ornamental gardens, a bowling green, a traditional bandstand, public restrooms, and a charming café.
Congleton Park spans approximately 10 hectares (24.7 acres) and incorporates the historic Town Wood. Originally designed by Edward Kemp, the layout highlights scenic river vistas, a formal promenade bordered by rocky outcrops adorned with ornamental shrubs, and structured avenues lined with Chestnut and Lime trees. The park officially opened to the public on May 29, 1871. The park is maintained to a high standard year-round by the Streetscape team from Congleton Town Council, although ownership rests with Cheshire East Council. Supporting the park’s ongoing vitality is the Friends of Congleton Park – a dedicated group of volunteers who help organise events and work tirelessly to care for and enhance the space for future generations.
In 2005, the park underwent an extensive restoration funded by a £1.5 million Heritage and Lottery Grant, bringing it back to its original splendour. It’s now a vibrant venue for a range of community events — from live music performances on its century-old bandstand and the much-loved Duck Race, to the dazzling Rotary Bonfire Night and fireworks display. Over the years, it has even hosted major concerts, including one by Girls Aloud!
Owned by Cheshire East Council, but staff from Congleton Town Council’s Streetscape service ensure the park looks good 365 days of the year!
Free.
Open all year round.
Large open space
Children’s Play Area
Table Tenis Table
Historic features and bandstand
Bowling Green – email to book the bowling green. You will need to take your own bowls.
Floral displays and ornamental lawn areas
Taste For Life Café – Open 9-4 pm every day (Dog Friendly)
Entrances: Park Road, Mill Green, Brook Street and Riverdane Road
Car Park (Free, limited spaces) – Park Road entrance.
Toilets including 24 hour accessible defibrillator.
The park is fully accessible, featuring wide pathways around its perimeter and an inclusive roundabout designed for wheelchair users.
There are a limited number of blue badge parking spaces.
Family Friendly Leisure Natural
Discover award-winning floral displays, enchanting woodland paths, vibrant play areas, a café, and an array of events.
Historical Natural
Discover Congleton’s hidden gem — a restored Georgian bath house and tranquil Physic Garden.
Family Friendly Natural
Described as the ‘Jewel in Congleton’s Crown’ Astbury Mere Country Park is a beautiful area for the enjoyment of local residents and visitors to the historic market town of Congleton.
Historical
Iconic Tudor Manor House with wonky angles and quirky character.
Discover a fascinating display of life, culture, and industry dating from the pre-historic period to the present day. There is something for everyone at Congleton Museum.
Recognised nationally and the only grade 1 listed building in the town centre, it is a must see for any visitors interested in the heritage of the town.
Leisure
Everybody Health and Leisure, contains some of the most up-to-date leisure and fitness amenities, including spacious fitness and cycling studios, a four-court sports hall, and a touch of luxury in the form of a thermal spa.
Cultural
Daneside Theatre is a 300-seat venue. Its mission is to serve as a welcoming space for the entire community, offering cultural and creative opportunities for people of all ages.
The Cloud - Enjoy sweeping views across the Cheshire Plain on this short but rewarding walk.
Family Friendly
A Great Day Out for All Ages - Glebe Farm offers a delightful experience for families, combining a range of attractions in a relaxed countryside setting.
A life-size sculpture of Elizabeth Wolstenholme Elmy, a nationally recognised campaigner for women’s, children and human rights stands proudly in Bridge Street in Congleton town centre.
Family Friendly Leisure
The town’s Paddling Pool has entertained children throughout the summer months from the 1930s and continues to be a source of summer fun and delight to the younger age group.
At Biddulph Grange Garden you can take on a global journey, from Egyptian pyramids, a Himalayan Glen through an Italian Garden to a Victorian vision of China.
The 35 hectares were originally part of the larger Biddulph Grange estate. The mixture of landscaped views and natural features was designed by Victorian industrialists James Bateman and Robert heath.
Located in one of Congleton's historic buildings Victoria Mill has 50+ dealers situated over 3 floor.
A non profit artist run venture consisting of artists' studios, gallery/community art space. Providing access to arts and culture through exhibitions, workshops, performances, music and community events.
Treo, an army dog who was awarded the Dickins Medal for saving many lives in Afghanistan. Treo spent his final years in retirement with his handler here in Congleton.
