Summer gardening in the Park

Summer gardening in the Park

Despite the lovely shade from mature trees in the park, continued hot dry weather has turned the dense clay soil into concrete. The weeding possible earlier in the summer becomes too much of a battle. However, the 4 acres of Heaton Moor Park still provides plenty to...
The Victorian concept of the public park

The Victorian concept of the public park

The Victorian concept of the park…. The Victorian park is often known as the “lungs of the city”.  The phrase “lungs of the city” is usually attributed to Frederic Law Olmstead, one of the most famous landscape architects.  By now it might be considered...
Easter Bunny is on its way!

Easter Bunny is on its way!

Join us Saturday 4th April 2026 for the park EASTER EGG HUNT 10am until the eggs run out! (last entry 11:30). For children from age 0 up to and including School Year 6. Enter from Park Road entrance (SK4 4PY) Suggested donation – £3.00 per child for up to 4 Easter...
White Stuff in the Park

White Stuff in the Park

Earlier this month we had a bit of snow in the park. The weather has warmed up again. The frost and ice has melted away. But there’s still plenty of white stuff to look out for. And a bird enjoying a hop around. Heron overlooking a snowy path Snowy tennis court...
Cheering, carolling times in the Park

Cheering, carolling times in the Park

Carols in the Park came once again to the Park on 13th December 2025. Mother Nature was a big help with brisk, dry bright skies after many the deluge of rain the preceding week. But it was with the help of 30+ Friends, and the sounds of Stockport Schools Brass Band...