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Hesketh Park

Southport, United Kingdom•4.5(2.6k)•City Park, Playground

Explore this historic Victorian park featuring a children's play area, beautiful gardens, scenic pond with wildlife, and dog-friendly walking trails.

Hesketh Park is a stunning Victorian park created in 1865 and designed by Edward Kemp, offering families a wonderful outdoor destination in Southport. The park features a well-maintained children's play area, mini golf, and plenty of open green spaces perfect for picnicking and exploring. Visitors can enjoy beautiful formal gardens including a Rose Garden and rhododendron displays, alongside a scenic central pond home to ducks, geese, and swans with working fountains. The park is ideal for families with children of all ages, dog walkers, and anyone seeking a peaceful natural setting. Off-path areas and gardens encourage exploration, while the Park Cafe provides refreshments including tea, coffee, ice cream, and snacks. With free entry and ample on-street parking, it's an accessible destination for family days out. The park also features a sensory garden, making it suitable for visitors of all abilities.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 00:00 – 23:59
Tuesday: 00:00 – 23:59
Wednesday: 00:00 – 23:59
Thursday: 00:00 – 23:59
Friday: 00:00 – 23:59
Saturday: 00:00 – 23:59
Sunday: 00:00 – 23:59

Venue Details

Venue Type

Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn)+

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Park Cafe

Cafe offering tea, coffee, ice cream, ice pops and children's toys

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Google Reviews

4.5(2.6k reviews)
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Scott Fraser

Scott Fraser

3 weeks ago

Huge well maintained park. Kids gated playground with cafe, crazy golf and seating. Massive lake with water fountains and waterfall. A very pleasant walk through garden areas. You can buy plants and herbs grown on site.

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glenn richardson

glenn richardson

a month ago

Love this park. Nice walk plenty of wild like and a nice cafe to eat at. Even the grand kids loved it

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64davel

64davel

3 months ago

A wonderful park, great to walk your dog round. Nice lake however whoever decided to cut everything back around the lake as left no protection for the ducklings against all the gulls that are there. The cafe is great run by very friendly staff. So to the ones who make the decisions about maintenance around the lake I say this, bring your kids and let them watch the gulls having lunch..... they love ducklings!!!!.

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Diane Burns

Diane Burns

3 months ago

Absolutely one of the best parks around. The wildlife, displays and fountains are beautiful. Lots of signage with historical facts are placed around. There's different paths that take you to smaller gardens. Looking forward to the work going to be done on the large glass house.

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Tash Morgs

Tash Morgs

a year ago

Lovely little park for kids, dog walking or just a walk for some fresh air. Lovely and quiet during school hours. The cafe is great value and the tea is lovely! Only downside is there are no public toilets, there is a toilet available just outside the entrance but you have to pay 40p to use it.

Reviews last updated: 6 October 2026

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This venue was last updated on 6 October 2026

Frequently asked questions about Hesketh Park

Is Hesketh Park free to visit?

Entry to Hesketh Park is completely free — there are no admission charges, making it a great no-cost option for a family day out.

What ages is Hesketh Park suitable for?

Hesketh Park is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is Hesketh Park dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Hesketh Park.

Is there parking at Hesketh Park?

Hesketh Park doesn't have on-site parking, but parking is available nearby.

Is there food at Hesketh Park?

Yes — Park Cafe is on site at Hesketh Park. Cafe offering tea, coffee, ice cream, ice pops and children's toys

Is Hesketh Park pushchair-friendly?

Hesketh Park isn't the easiest for pushchairs, prams or buggies — stairs or uneven terrain may make a baby carrier a better option.

How long should we plan to spend at Hesketh Park?

Hesketh Park is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Hesketh Park by public transport?

Hesketh Park isn't on a major public transport route — driving is recommended.
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