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Longford Park

Longford Park is the largest municipal park in the borough covering approximately 22 hectares. The park is located in the Stretford Area of Trafford.

The park hosts many events during the year, including the annual Stretford Peageant which has been held since 1919. The vision for the future development of the park centres on its role as a diverse leisure facility for both local and community use and those from within the wider catchment area who use the park for both formal and infomal recreation.

Facilities

  • Longford Athletics Stadium
  • Firswood Community Center
  • Trim Trail
  • Tennis Courts
  • Basketball Courts
  • Pets Corner
  • Bowling Greens
  • Pitch and Putt Golf Course
  • Junior and Senior Play Areas
  • Longford Hall Gardens and Seating Area
  • Larry Sullivan Gardens and Seating Area
  • Public Toilets

Items of Interest

  • Historic Gardens and Larry Sullivan Gardens
  • Stretford Pagent

Friends Group

The Friends of Longford Park organise events and projects.

History

Longford Park's current layout dates back to 1857 when Longford Hall and its associated grounds were constructed and laid out by John Rylands, the famous cotton merchant and benefactor of many of Stretford's important buildings.
The site became a public park after it was purchased by Stretford Urban District Council in 1911 and then opened in 1912.

The park still contains the historic coach house and stable buildings dating back to when the hall was built. Japanese style gardens set within an overall park landscape laid out in the style of Chatsworth House.

Directions

From Stretford Town Centre, Longford Park can be reached from the A5145 Edge Lane.There are two main vehicular access points to the park and several pedestrian entrances. For visual directions please use this Multimap link

Who to contact

Sustainability and Green Spaces
Environment Strategy
Prosperity, Planning and Development
Sale Waterside
Sale
Manchester
M31 7ZF

Email: access.trafford@trafford.gov.uk
Telephone: 0161 912 2000

This page was last reviewed on 28 October 2009