Opened in 1868, Hesketh Park, our once gracious park with a grand conservatory, floral clock, a unique observatory, fountains and once important meteorological station has become rather tired. The good news is that change is underway. Supported by a generous bequest and the Hesketh Park Heritage Group work has been started to bring our beautiful park back. Undergrowth is being cut back, the waterfall and fountains are running again, the clock is being repaired, markers market stalls will soon appear at weekends and the gardens are being cared for.
There are various groups tending parts of the park and Southport u3a has been allocated the Queens Hall Entrance. The Just One Thing Hesketh Park Team will meet every fortnight on a Thursday at 1.30 pm. The next afternoon is Thursday 20th March
We have been allocated a garden, overgrown with weeds and grass which we will restore and replant and hopefully bring back to its former glory. And yes its 40 m long – which given Southport u3a is 40 years old gives us a tick for another groups Birthday Milestone!
All gardening equipment is provided by the Park. Mary Mullholland is the Group Leader and is also the proud holder of a key to the Conservatory where we can stop for a coffee and chocolate éclair. If you would like to join the Just One Thing Hesketh Park Group please add your name to the list or just come along on March 20th at 1.30 pm. Let’s help make our town beautiful.
