Enjoy 8.5 acres of free outdoor space featuring play areas, sports courts, woodland walks, and formal gardens perfect for families of all ages.

Jubilee Park is an expansive 8.5-acre green space located in Ashton-in-Makerfield, comprising two distinct areas separated by Wigan Road. With a fascinating history dating back to 1897 when it was officially opened by Lord Gerard during Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee, the park has been transformed from its original swampy 'wambs' into a well-maintained community asset. Families can enjoy a diverse range of facilities and activities across the park. Children's play areas provide entertainment for younger visitors, while sports enthusiasts can make use of the tennis and basketball courts, and grass pitches suitable for various games. The park features a woodland area offering peaceful nature walks and exploration opportunities, complemented by a formal flower park that showcases seasonal plantings. Venue amenities include a pavilion and accessible toilets, making it convenient for extended family visits and gatherings. The park is particularly welcoming to families with pushchairs, with free entry allowing unlimited visits. Jubilee Park benefits from an active Friends group dedicated to ensuring the space meets community needs, and volunteers are always welcome to get involved in its upkeep and development.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

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Kayleigh Coleman

5 months ago

Great park and nice walk. But could upgrade by adding a little cafe and toilet facilities expecially with little children.

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Bob Sanders

a year ago

It was OK but I only gave it 3 stars as it wasn’t as good as I expected after reading up on it. There are two distinct parts, on either side of the A49 main road. One side formal gardens, lovely, tidy and a couple of features including a 100+yr old yew tree, dedicated to a soldier. The other side is for kids and playing with scare boards etc., They mention a pavilion, which makes me think of band stand or ornate building, it isn’t. It is a bungalow sized building currently used as a library and community room, again good but not a pavilion!

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James

2 years ago

Awesome Parks, flower park very beautiful and meticulously looked after, full credit to the gardeners and designers. The park across the road is just as good with a few play areas for all, good for walking the dogs.

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Music Connection

3 years ago

It’s so beautiful park with different colours of flowers. It’s very clean and well looked after.

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Jean Hensey-Reynard

5 years ago

Lovely park with lots of beautiful seasonal planting taking place by a designinated Team of Gardeners 👍 Well kept and maintained... ALWAYS something interesting to see from wildflower planting to Summer Bedding plants carefully colour co-ordinated 👌

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026