Preston Park is public park owned by Stockton Borough Council, and located next to the River Tees, in Preston-on-Tees.

The Park consists of the grounds of Preston Hall which is now a museum, and other attractions include a miniature railway which operates during the summer, Butterfly World, a childrens play area with playground equipment, and a small wildlife area with animals such as rabbits, peacocks and various types of duck and waterfowl.

There is a walkway through the woodland, an open air walk by the riverside, and large open spaces for family events, picnics, and sports.

There is often a special events & activities taking place, Particularly during the summer when the grounds are partially fenced off for events such as garden shows (advertised locally).

Preston Hall Museum has 'displays of art, armour and social history. Visitors can discover life in the home since the hall was built in 1825 and stroll back in time along a typical local street of the 1890s.'(see Stockton Council's website, link shown) There is also a small gift shop. There is a small admission fee.

New Opening times for Preston Park from July 1st 2007

10.00am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday

Saturday / Sunday 11.00am - 4.30pm

Last Admission 4.00pm

NB Please make note of car park closing times when arriving at the park, as this varies throughout the year in accordance with daylight hours  
 

Explore Teesside Comment

Preston Park and Preston Hall Museum is a lovely site and well used by the local community. There is free car parking provided on- site, relativly well maintained footpaths, a cafe and toilets (although both in need of refurbishment).The Museum itself is well worth a look, with the admission fee surprising low and well worth it.
I understand the park as a whole is curently under consultation by Stockton Council for various restoration/ regeneration projects.
Overall a great place for a family stroll, educational trip, to feed the ducks or just to walk off Sunday Dinner.