Miller Park

Miller Park is a listed garden south of Preston featuring terraced levels, formal lawns, and a circular water basin centered on a fountain. The layout blends structured garden areas with an older riverside path and includes sections with stone formations that create distinct viewing zones.

A landscape designer created the park in 1864, building upon an existing walking path that had developed along the riverbank from the mid-1800s. This blend of new planning with pre-existing features shaped how the space looks and flows today.

The name reflects the family who developed this land and opened it for public use during the 1800s. You can still see how the space was meant to offer a retreat for local people seeking gardens and green areas.

The park is located roughly one kilometer south of Preston's center and has four entry points beneath railway bridges at opposite sides. These multiple entrances let visitors approach from different directions and choose their own path through the space.

The western section features large stone formations and boulders arranged into rocky gardens with pathways and water flows winding through them. These rock features create the impression of natural landscape within the designed park, giving visitors unexpected views and angles.