Stewart Park — Attraction in Great Britain

I was staying at Marton Hotel & Country Club Hotel for 3 days & albeit poor weather (Wednesday 26th September 2012) I came from Bristol UK. I hadn't felt too good as I had a bit of a chill.I made up my mind to visit Stewarts Park, An old phrase kept coming into my mind "If you wait for the weather you will wait for ever" I walked along the Grove & did a bit of house looking & all the houses I saw were in my opinion Beautiful & Grand, I would Love to live in Marton. I asked a Lady if she could tell me the way to Stewarts Park & the Lady said "there it is pointing to the gate. I asked her what time the park shut & she said about 6pm. It was 6pm. I noticed the side gate was still unlocked. I noticed there was a sign saying Stewarts Park was Lottery Funded. Also a sign saying that Cyclists were allowed. It was 6pm & I walked through a wooded area & came across a jogger, then through an archway that had a beautiful mosiac floor & this led me to Captain James Cook Museum which unfortunately was closed My Fault for leaving it so late in day, I then took some photos of the Totem Poles & the Ship Anchor. I noticed there was a Dog Rail. Also a Disabled Car Park & Disabled Access. Plenty of Seats to sit & have a Rest. I have Arthritis in both hips & COPD so the seats were a very welcoming sight. I also noticed someone had left a Beautiful bunch of Flowers by one of the seats. My first thought they were in memory of someone who visited Stewarts Park, I noticed in front of me in the distance a Lake. I had my rest & decided to take a Slow walk to the Lake. It was very windy & fresh. I proceeded to take photographs, & notice there were 2 flight of steps of about 5 steps in all & I thought at least they have rails to hold onto( for on way back) I arrived at the Lake & was greeted by a load of Mallard Drakes & quite a few hens (my name is Mrs. Marija Mallard) as soon as they realised I had no food they just swam around. I was also visited by a Big Gaggle of assorted Geese. I was allowed by 1 in particular who seemed to be in charge, he was lovely colours to take his photograph, as soon as I did that he called all the others & they all followed. It was as if they came to see me specially I thoroughly enjoyed my Vist. THANK YOU! I then sat down for a few minutes & then as it was getting darker & I didn't want to forget which way I came in so I retraced my steps & vowed next time I visit in February 2013 I will visit earlier. I would like to point out that I used to always visit Stewarts Park up till 1993. I have only ever entered Stewarts Park via the Main Entrance on Marton Road, It is Ideal for Children of All ages & perfect for being alone. To just reminisce. I thproughly enjoyed my albeit short visit. HIGHLY RECOMMEND A VISIT! Roll on...

Stewart's Park has something for everyone. It is home to Captain Cook's birthplace museum, Henry's Cafe and courses run by Askham Grange College. There is plenty of grass, greenery and trees complete with pathways to cycle/walk/run/skip - or whatever your mode of people powered transport (no engines!).

There is a designated play area for children and an animal enclosure for all to see.

Saturday morning sees Stewart's Park as a host to a Parkrun. Parkrun is for all you can walk it, jog it, run it, do part of it, volunteer ... whatever your age. Children aged 11 and under need to be within arms length or their guardian. Dogs need to be on a lead, with their owners starting at the back of the pack!

August sees the park play host to the Cleveland show. This is an agricultural show with plenty of stalls, demonstrations and competitions.

In September, the park hosts the fair.

There is a decently sized, free carpark and several buses run past.

As I said, Stewart's Park truely has something...

Stewart Park is one of Middlesbrough’s most beautiful and relaxing green spaces. It’s perfect for families, couples, or anyone just looking to unwind in nature. The park is incredibly well-maintained, with spacious lawns, woodlands, and scenic walking trails that make it ideal for a casual stroll or even a peaceful jog.

One of the standout features is the variety of wildlife—you’ll often spot ducks, squirrels, and even peacocks roaming freely, which makes it especially exciting for kids. There’s also a large play area for children, making it a great spot for a family day out.

The Captain Cook Birthplace Museum is located within the park and adds a nice touch of local history to the visit. Plus, there’s a lovely café on site that serves snacks, drinks, and ice cream—perfect after a walk around.

Overall, Stewart Park offers a perfect mix of nature, leisure, and history. It’s a true local treasure and a must-visit if you’re in the...