Farringdon Park

Settlement in Lancashire Preston

England

Farringdon Park

M6 approaching crossing of River Ribble Credit: Alpin Stewart

Farringdon Park is a charming public park located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated within the borough of South Ribble, the park covers an area of approximately 8 acres and is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.

The park boasts a wide range of amenities and features that cater to various recreational activities. It is home to well-maintained walking paths, which offer a pleasant stroll through the park's lush greenery. There are also designated areas for picnicking, providing a perfect spot for families and friends to relax and enjoy the outdoors.

Children can revel in the park's playground, equipped with swings, slides, and climbing frames, providing endless entertainment for younger visitors. Additionally, Farringdon Park offers a multi-use games area, providing opportunities for sports enthusiasts to engage in activities such as football and basketball.

Nature lovers will appreciate the park's beautiful floral displays, which change throughout the seasons, adding bursts of color and fragrance to the surroundings. The park also features a small pond, attracting various bird species, making it a great spot for birdwatching.

Moreover, Farringdon Park hosts community events and activities, including outdoor concerts and fairs during the summer months. The park's open spaces are often utilized for gatherings, promoting a sense of community.

Overall, Farringdon Park in Lancashire is a delightful green space that offers something for everyone. Its well-maintained facilities, beautiful landscapes, and diverse range of activities make it a cherished destination for residents and visitors to enjoy leisurely outdoor pursuits.

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Farringdon Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.766187/-2.6561131 or Grid Reference SD5630. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

M6 approaching crossing of River Ribble

Alpin Stewart

Gantries and footbridge over M6

Alpin Stewart

B6243 crossing M6

Alpin Stewart

Ribbleton Pool, Brockholes Nature Reserve

Greum

Number One Pit, Brockholes Nature Reserve

Greum

Number One Pit, Brockholes Nature Reserve

The south end of the Number One Pit at Brockholes Nature Reserve.

Greum

Workings at Lower Brockholes

Greum

Matrix board - northbound M6

Dave Thompson

Junction 31A signage - northbound M6

Dave Thompson

B6243 bridge - northbound M6

Dave Thompson

M5 crossing the River Ribble east of Preston

Slipway for the A677 on the other viaduct

Eirian Evans

Footpath heading South towards Boilton Wood

The path follows the edge of Red Scar Wood. Concealed within the trees is an older path which runs parallel to this one - and carries the Ribble Way long distance footpath. The woods then plunge very steeply down to the River Ribble, below.

Chris Heaton

Pope Lane

Hard surfaced footpath that crosses a large grass space from Red Scar Woods to reach and then traverse the M6 over a bridge, and into the Ribbleton district of Preston.

Chris Heaton

Ruins of Ribbleton Hall

All that is left of Ribbleton Hall in Grange Park, Preston. Built by a Thomas Birchall in 1863, a local lawyer famed for his legion of mistresses. It passed through several hands including a boys preparatory school in the 1920's, and the military during the Second World War. It was finally demolished in 1955, to make way for a park for the local people of Preston.

Chris Heaton

Footbridge over the M6

Pope Lane crossing the Preston By-pass heading towards Red Scar Woods above the River Ribble

Chris Heaton

Apartment Blocks on Grange Avenue

Dwellings in the north eastern suburbs of Preston

Chris Heaton

On the Former Preston/Longridge Railway

Closed to passengers as far back as 1930 - and freight in 1967. Now converted to leisure use for cyclists and walkers - forming a green tunnel as this point.

Chris Heaton

Visitor Village at Brockholes Nature Reserve

Most of the site was originally farmland, on the floodplain of the River Ribble. It was bordered by woodland on the slopes to the north, and by the river to the east and south. The M6 motorway was opened in 1958. Sand and gravel was quarried east of the M6 from 1996 to 2007, when the activity transferred to the west of the M6 (Lower Brockholes). The site was bought by the Lancashire Wildlife Trust in 2007. The gravel pits have been modified to improve the habitat for wildlife, and enable water levels to be controlled. The creation of wildflower meadows, reedbeds and woodland continues. The reserve opened to the public at Easter 2011, after the floating visitor village had been completed. See Link