Corporation Park

Corporation Park is a Victorian-era park with ornamental fountains, formal gardens, and lakes spread across approximately 44 acres. The site includes a cast iron conservatory built in 1900 and multiple landscaped areas designed for different activities.

The park opened in 1857 as a public space designed by William Henderson, attracting around 60,000 people to its inaugural celebration. It developed over time to become a central green space for the community.

The Victorian triumphal archway at the southern entrance reflects how the community values remembrance and gathering. Visitors today experience this connection when walking through the memorial spaces and gardens.

The park has multiple entrances and offers walking trails, sports facilities including tennis and bowling, and multipurpose play areas. Parking is available near the gates for convenient access.

A former bowling green now functions as a community garden with wheelchair-accessible vegetable beds and an orchard where seasonal flowers are displayed. This transformation shows how the park adapts to contemporary uses.

Location: Blackburn with Darwen

Inception: 1857

GPS coordinates: 53.75620,-2.49536

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:06