Queen’s Park was first offered to the residents of Heywood by the royal queen Victoria back in 1879. It is a beautiful municipal park located in Manchester, which has a Grade II rating. It also has a number of historical structures and breathtaking landscapes. The place showcases some of the buildings that were already existing two centuries ago, such as the Victoria Fountain and Lodge House. During weekends, there are special events and the venue is also a good place to take leisurely walks. Some of the sites to see include the River Roch and Ashworth Valley. The park also earned the Green Flag Award in 2013.
Some of the features to find in the park include the lake and river bank, the BMX track, a visitor center, cycle racks, a play area, a toddlers play area, orienteering courses, activity center, tennis courts, grasslands, a multipurpose events venue, a wildlife walk, a café, free parking, wetland and wildlife places, a bowling greens, fully secure site, a fenced area, a park warden and a pavilion.
In January 2012, part of Wythenshawe Park was called a local nature place. The park is known for the Nan Noon Wood, as well as the Gib Lane Wood. The place is also called by some as Garden City because it has several beautiful plants that are only present in Manchester. Other activities to enjoy include horseback riding, football, bowling, track, sipping coffee at the Courtyard Café, watching the various plants, playing tennis, watching the kids play at the open area, putting, walking and orienteering.