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 Joey the Swan - Wistaston, Cheshire East, UK
N 53° 05.115 W 002° 28.202
30U E 535496 N 5881885
Joey the Swan is a parkland and recreation ground located on Wistaston Green Road in the village of Wistaston.
Waymark Code: WM16W48
Location: North West England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 10/15/2022
Views: 0
Joey the Swan is a parkland and recreation ground located on Wistaston Green Road in the village of Wistaston. A brass plaque mounted on the village sign is inscribed as follows; THIS LAND WAS DONATED
TO THE PEOPLE OF
WISTASTON
BY THE FATHERS OF
THE OBLATE MISSION.The Oblates of Mary Immaculate acquired Wistaston Hall in 1943. The hall is located on Broughton Lane opposite the Joey the Swan recreation ground and is used as a retreat centre that provides an ideal venue for retreats, prayer meetings and study groups. ( visit link) Joey the Swan is an area that is rich in wildlife and includes ancient trees and a wildflower garden planted by the volunteers of Wistaston Conservation Group. There are footpaths and a tarmac path that generally follows the line of Wistaston Brook. A recreation ground with football pitches and childrens playground area is situated near to Church Lane. 'Story has it, however, that the recreation ground is named after an adult male cob swan that lived on site in the 1930s. The swan favoured the hilltop, which he would take himself to the top of on a daily basis. His namesake lends the park a jovial, fond tone to locals today, with many making it a regular visiting spot for outdoor activities and walks.' Source: ( visit link) ( visit link) ( visit link)
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 320 acres
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
DISTANCE: 1.8km (1mile).
TIME: Approximately 45 minutes.
SURFACE: Tarmac paths of 1.8m (6’) width.
GRADIENTS: Mostly level bar two sections involving gradients of about 13% (1:8) over 10m (11yds) and 16% (1:6) over 15m (16yds). Some cross slopes of about 10% (1:10).
What points of interest are there?:
Vistas, hiking bridge, wildflower area, marsh/pond. Wistaston Brook,
What activities are available?:
walking, cycling, playground, football pitches
Hours of accessibility?: 24/7
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
some muddy/ marshy paths
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Is a permit/fee required?: Yes
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Not listed
Please supply the website of the land if available: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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