Ashton Park began as privately owned land on which Ashton Lodge (now known as Ashton House) was built later.
The house was built by Thomas Shuttleworth and completed in 1810. After Shuttleworth’s death in 1819, the Peddars family purchased the house and its surrounding land.
Following on from the Pedder family, Edmund Harris purchased the estate. After the death of Harris in 1877, the estate continued to change ownership for many years. Most notably local mill owners the Calvert family owned the mansion for a short period who, after the First World War sold it to the English Electric Company.
The English Electric Company later merged with Dick Kerr And Co. which led to the house being used as a social club and the grounds being used for sporting activities and recreation, most notably the Dick Kerr’s Ladies football team.
Preston Town Council bought the estate in 1937 and Ashton House was sold to Lancashire County Council who converted it into a care home. Ashton House was sold to its current owner in 1990 and became a childcare centre. The grounds of Ashton Park remain the property Preston City Council (formally Preston Town Council.
Recreation
Two childrens playgrounds, tennis courts, basketball court, outdoor gym and football pitches.
Community Gardens
Woodland and park areas, featuring education and training on food growing and horticulture, run by experienced volunteers.
Activities And Events
Ashton Park has various activities and events running all year round. Keep checking in for the latest news on whats happening.
Keep Up To Date
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Green Flag Awards. Ashton Park has retained its Green Flag Award for every year since 2011.
Some Cool Facts
Numbers Speak For Themselves
Recreational Areas
Green Flag Awards
Acres Of Land
Much more than just a park. Ashton Park Preston serves as a community hub for people far and wide and has regular charity and public events.
Dig In
Ashton Park is home to the charity “Dig In” which is made up of both current and ex service personal. They are based in the Walled Garden section of the park. You can visit their webpage by following this link
Friends Of Ashton Park
With over seven hundred members, the Friends Of Ashton Park Facebook Group is a great page to visit and catch up on the latest posts from its members. You can visit the page on Facebook by following this link
Local Events
Ashton Park supports local businesses and charities as well as hosting numerous events throughout the year itself
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TDC
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Nice park, especially for dog walking
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JACQUELINE BRADLEY
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Lovely park
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Kim Richardson
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Good place to burn kids energy
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J
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We've been to the play area and outdoor gym a fair few times. It's alright - nothing fancy, but it does the job. That said, the self-closing gates don’t actually close themselves, which makes it easy for the odd dog to wander in and cause a bit of chaos.
On our latest visit, things took a turn for the worse. There was an adult having a go at teenagers, while teenagers were picking on younger kids. Bit of a soap opera, really - just without the cameras. Not exactly the safe, fun space you'd hope for. What’s the world coming to, eh?
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Karthik Ajayan
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Ashton Park in Preston is a beautiful green space offering a peaceful escape from the city. It features open fields, woodlands, and well-maintained pathways, making it ideal for walking, jogging, and picnicking. The park also has a children’s play area, sports facilities, and a lake that attracts local wildlife. It’s a great spot for families, dog walkers, and nature lovers looking to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
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martin catterall
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Nice walk round. Good play area
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AUGUSTINE EMEJURU
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