Ashton Gardens

Went to the cafe today, first proper day out since lockdown, I was slightly edgy about eating out.
We were greeted by a very happy young man who took our details, we sat outside as it was a sunny day. All tables were spaced out, our order was taken 2 vegetable soups,tasty, piping hot. 2 coffees, £14.
All tables and chairs were cleaned after each use, it was ran very efficiently, all of the staff seemed very happy and well organised, inside was spotless too, and tables spaced there too.
We've been here many times before covid so that's why we went.
I felt very reassured that everything was being done to look after the staff and customers welfare.
We will certainly go again, it's a credit to them for all they are doing.

The Rose Garden is one of my favourite places in England, if not in the world. Visit early May, when bluebells are in profusion and the first buds are showing; the roses, of all colours, when opened, are a wonderful display. I've often complimented the people who work there. What a pity, the other day, that a young woman not only thought it fit to pick and take away a large number of daffodils, but she also allowed her young child to rip off many blooms and toss them down the bank.
Also, the war memorial is a notable feature. I defy anyone not to be moved by the figures on the side facing St George's Road.

Ashton Gardens is an attractive, 10 acre park, right at the heart of St Annes. St Annes The impressive War Memorial, the Pavilion Tea Room and Restaurant, and a whole host of other public facilities can be found in the gardens. Pavilion tea rooms. It’s a lovely place to stop for refreshment, especially on a sunny day. There are bowlings greens, play areas and a skate park. Great place to just take a stroll or to sit and relax and watch the world go by.

We loved the cafe here. We visited during a wonderful spell of warm weather and were glad to sit outside.

We ordered a selection of cakes including scones and carrot cake, and a salted caramel, all were delicious as was the tea and coffee.

Service was very friendly and efficient.

We particularly liked the freshness of the cakes knowing they were baked by one of the team there in the cafe.

Very enjoyable visit.

Not been here for a while so we took our London relatives for a stroll around this very clean and attractive park. It was very busy with walkers and there was a big bowls meeting being competitively played. The cafe was keeping to the COVID rules and we enjoyed a coffee/tea in the sunshine.

Ashton Park in the centre of St. Anne’s. It has very attractive large gates painted green and red.

There are very attractive beds of flowers and bushes and in the centre of the park is a very large War memorial to World War 1 and 2.

A sports play area for children is towards the rear of the park as well as a lake.

A very large Cafe restaurant is available too.

This beautiful park was a real treat. We enjoyed a stroll around the park then sat in the rose garden and explored the water features.
The cafe food is excellent and it felt very COVID safe throughout.

Four generations of my family have been visiting this small but lovely park.
As a child, I spent hours playing on the little island by the waterfall, in my own little fantasy land. It is delightful that I can visit it now and see it all unchanged. I may one day, take a grandchild to have the exact same magical experience.
The rose garden and its pretty poem are gorgeous, and once again, are mostly unspoiled by time.
The only issues are that some people are irresponsible with their dogs, there. I saw one woman allowing her dog to chase the wildlife in the park. There were no park wardens of gardeners anywhere to keep an eye on this kind of thing. Also, the pond needs some attention (algae etc).
Fortunately, most people are happily enjoying the park. It's a delight.

An absolute must if visiting St Anne's, very well tended gardens , immaculate displays of plants and flowers , both at the entrance and inside.
Another , surprising gem is the superb cafe located just inside . , My granddaughter , daughter, plus Buddy (the dog) , and I had a late breakfast on Monday 21st September.
Scrumptious , delicious , mouth watering food, served by a team of extremely polite young staff.
Nothing too much trouble, oh , and dog friendly too !
Fortunately the weather was amazing , as we dined outside. A complete joy from beginning to end . Well done , and congratulations to chefs.

Nice to go for a wander with the dog. Plenty to see and do. Big pond where you can feed the ducks. A Children's play area with plenty of climbing frames etc. A lovely cafe to sit and relax. Plenty of bench seats scattered around the gardens to chill and watch the world go buy. Hugh park area for picnics, football and games etc. A memorial rose garden which is lovely. The gardens are very well kept. Love it there.