The Tees Valley corridor forms a central wedge of open land running through the heart of Stockton Borough. Several sites are currently managed by the Parks and Countryside Section, with the potential for further expansion in the future. Important sites along the river are the Holmes and Black Bobbies Field, Bassleton and Thornaby Woods and the Old Vinegar Brewery site in Yarm. The Teesdale Way runs through Stockton along the western bank of the Tees passing through Yarm and along the riverside frontage in the centre of Stockton.
The Ranger Service is based in Preston Hall Museum in Preston Park, for information on Preston Park or the River Tees Valley corridor, contact the Rangers on (01642) 788097 or e mail them at preston.park@stockton.gov.uk.
Preston Park
Stockton’s premier park, Preston Park provides the opportunity for a large number of visitors to enjoy both the magnificent location, adjacent to the River Tees, and to take part in any of the wide range of activities available there. Within its 45 hectares, Preston Park incorporates large areas of amenity grassland, mature woodland, a fish haven, duck pond, two children’s play areas, crazy golf, small gauge railway, Butterfly World and Preston Hall Museum.
Separate landing platforms on the river bank allow passengers on and off the Teesside Princess Riverboat and users of small boats to gain access to the river. A number of large events take place in the park each year, including the Stockton Summer Show and the Autumn Gold Festival.
For information on Preston Hall Museum, call (01642) 781184.
