3 Best Parks in Wirral

“Birkenhead Park is one of the largest and most famous urban parks in Wirral. The park contains a beautiful open space in the heart of Birkenhead and is open all day, every day, for anyone who wishes to enjoy it. Birkenhead Park has been a landmark on the Wirral and is greatly valued by locals and visitors across the UK. Many historic lodges of various designs are listed on the park's grounds. The park is recognised as a site of excellence by the Green Flag Award and holds the prestigious Green Heritage Award. There is a large adventure playground for children, two cricket clubs, bowling greens, tennis courts, and football pitches. Birkenhead Park enhances biodiversity, improves ecological health, and increases natural access.”

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“Central Park is a well-maintained public park in Wirral. This is a great place to enjoy a relaxing woodland walk. The park features a walled garden with a cafe, a children's play area, a picnic area, football and cricket pitches with pavilions, bowling greens, a basketball court, a multi-use games area, woodland walks, fitness and running trails, a performance area, and a Boer War memorial. Central Park started as the grounds of Moors Hey House, which later became Liscard Hall. Some excellent, shaded areas are for sitting, walking, biking, and exploring. Benches are spaced throughout the park, and there is even a fairly large playground area for small children. Visitors can also ride bikes and walk dogs here. Central Park has many sporting facilities, including a 12-piece fitness trail and a 1km woodland trail.”

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“Ashton Park is an attractive Victorian and Edwardian park situated in Wirral. The park is divided into upper and lower sections. Facilities at the park include a lake, playground, café with toilets in the lower park, tennis courts, a basketball court, and a football pitch in the upper park. The entrances from the Wirral Way and neighbouring streets include accessible routes for people with disabilities. Ashton Park features attractive stone gateposts and decorative metal gates. There is a large children’s playground for all ages, a multi-use games area, a football field, two bowling greens, and a junior orienteering course. Ashton Park is perfect for a walk, relaxing, and enjoying the beautiful scenery. The play area is always open, and there are no entry fees.”

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