Re-visited in July 2011; A complete transformation - see other review…read more This is usually a quiet, local park - ideal for children to play o the swings and other play equipment and for dog owners to let their dogs enjoy open spaces. Unfortunately, as often happens these days, this is often spoiled by the groups of mid-teens who hang around the play areas smoking and drinking - often intimidating anyone who passes. This is another local park which has benefitted by the council's "tidying up" policies. In recent years, it has been planted with lots of trees and shrubs as well as plenty of flowers. So far, these have, mostly, survived the games of football played over them - notwithstanding the designated football areas with goalposts. Those with very young children should also be aware that there is a brook running right through the park.

Another great free park in Warrington…read more Forest Park is a lovely place for a wander, dog walking or a picnic. There are several hydes for bird watchers and a tower that looks out towards Trafford and Manchester. The little pond seems much smaller to me now that it did when I was younger but this is a lovely nature area and you can often see dragon flies and other insects and animals around the park. Theres a lot of peet around so some of the ground maybe a little springy. Theres a visitors centre with some information available and lovely clean modern toilets. There are also benches and picnic areas in the Park. Theres a good sized car park with plenty of shadey parts for you to park in. Its free and pretty so pay a visit!!!

This is a quaint little nature reserve just outside the centre of Warrington. If you dont drive you…read morecan get there by taking a bus from Warrington town centre to Hag Fold, the bus itself stops right outside the park gates which is very handy! If your unsure about the stop as the driver who will be more than happy to oblige. Birchwood Forest Park is part of a larger linear network of walks and cycleways which link together all over the Birchwood district of Warrington. You can get to Hag Fold, Birchwood Shopping Centre and Risley Moss to name but 3 locations. So its worth spending some time exploring! Be sure to call into the Rangers office as they have free maps of the area so you can follow them and see where all the paths go incase you get lost! Apart from offering information the Rangers office also have the all important public toilets which are also wheelchair accessable. The park itself has lots of pathways to explore, many of which have proper cover surfaces which again are perfect for those in wheelchairs or for those with pushchairs or prams. There is a large bird hide which you can climb up and see for miles! Theres some stunning views to be seen and of course lots of wildlife and birds too. You will need to take your own drinks and refreshments as there are no facilities here but there are plenty of picnic tables which is handy.

This is a wonderful place on a good day. As another reviewer has said, it isn't great on a wet day,…read morebut the paths are well made and can be used in most weathers. It really is full of excellent views and chances to photograph nature. The visitors centre is full of useful information, including the many organised events. There is plenty of space to park just off the main road.

A great place for a walk round regardless of the time of year…read more Plenty to keep the kids entertained if they like nature and the outdoors. Bird hides, loacal history. Boots or wellies recommended.

Although I have often complained about the swimming pool here, I still enjoy the occasional visit…read morewhen I can. The Centre itself caters for all. There are fantastic squash courts, gyms, fitness suites, indoor sports rooms - everything you can imagine. They are also available for booking for parties and provide a superb venue, providing you don't go to parties purely to get drunk! During the summer the pool, which I don't really approve of due to its very strange shape and lack of depth, becomes a home for many of the local children. Floating islands and other attractions entice them off the streets and show me why it was designed this way.

A bit scabby I think - it always feels like it needs a good clean or a repaint or something like…read morethat. I also lost my locker key (perhaps one of the locals stole it from my pile of clothes in the changing room) and the staff weren't sympathetic at all or even bothered. They do free swimming for kids in the holidays, but only at certain times.

Absolutely terrible place. Took my daughter for her 8th birthday. Never visiting again. Staff are…read morenice and helpful, but my main gripe is the prices. Absolutely shocking. Just over £40 for 2 games with 4 adults and a child which given we were there for just under an hour is disgusting. No offer to give us a 3rd game or anything for the birthday girl to make it feel special. When on the lane, we were approached by a friendly young man who offered us drinks. I asked for 2 small cokes and a lemonade - no prices were offered. He went and got the drinks, upon his return he asked for £5.55. For small cup drinks with no ice or anything that is absolute extortion. Putting this in perspective, a similarly sized drink in McDonalds costs 99p and has ice and tastes like the real thing. This tasted like rola cola. Then there was the dry ice sprayed over the lanes, this gave me a sore throat. Theres the repetition of cheesy One Direction-esque songs on repeat at such a high volume it was difficult to speak at a normal volume. Terrible experience.

sorry people. but. this LA BOWL i dont really recommend going to play in it…read more its big. has its own bar etc. mini arcade area. however dont be fooled by the looks. it looks amazing inside. but when u start bowling u will see why i say that. the lanes are too small. the lanes dont go smooth. I AGREE that it needs a refurbishment. coming from sheffield, we have a HOLLYWOOD bowl. which is better. and i would recommend that more than this one. but doesnt mean travel all the way to sheffield just to have a bowling game. lol

As playbarns go this is a good one. However on a Saturday lunchtime it can be absolute bedlam &…read morecomplete chaos. The problem is that the play area is so vast that its very easy to lose a child in there & sometimes its so noisy that you wouldn't be able to hear a kid in trouble. Also they have parties which are obviously great if you're with the party but it does feel like there are too many going on at once - just that bit too crowded for my liking. However its clean and friendly. They have good food, reasonably priced & they also don't charge (or haven't charged me at any rate) a 2nd child when the 1st one is attending a party which I think is good practise.

Would not use this venue out of choice!!! The management are…read moreappalling and don't listen and take time to understand important things such as medical conditions. Ignorance is key at this venue and lacking understanding. Warning for anyone with a serious medical condition you won't be taken seriously and all they care about is other children not those with problems/disabilities. Furthermore the kitchen lie! Stating products were free from gluten on one occasion but when enquires where made WEEKS later about something else it was disclosed that they are cooked in same fat as products containing gluten. This was asked and not disclosed! Real negligence!!!!! Furthermore the manager does not listen and speaks over you. Key part of customer service is to listen to customers. Do not expect your voice to be heard if you have a problem or complaint! Better going to other venues like the jungle up the road or fuzzy eds in stretton or Warrington... Children there are individual and all cared for regardless of circumstances and parents queries are listened to and taken seriously. I would have been booking my son a birthday party here as its a large area but the ignorance poor customer service and lack of respect towards medical conditions means I will never be booking anything here again!!!!!!!!!