| Phoenix Park | |
| Type: | Urban park |
| Location: | Runcorn, Cheshire, England |
| Coordinates: | 53.3356°N -2.6828°W |
| Operator: | Halton Borough Council |
| Open: | All year |
| Awards: | Green Flag Award |
Phoenix Park is a park in Runcorn, Cheshire, England.[1]
Phoenix Park is part of the Mersey Forest, with a range of wildlife. The park is adjacent to Norton Priory which formerly had a separate space called the Norton Priory Recreation Centre which was incorporated into the park circa 2004.[2] In 2018 the children's play area was redeveloped.[3]
There is a pavilion, walking routes along the Bridgewater Canal, woodland walks, a lake, picnic benches, a children's playground with slides, climbing frames, seesaws and swings. There is a climbing boulder, skatepark, a multi-use sports area, football and basketball.[4] Footpaths lead to Norton Priory a 12th Century Abbey and garden that is Grade I listed with Historic England. Runcorn Parkrun takes place in the park every Saturday morning, the course loops the park before heading along the canal and lake.[5] Fishing is allowed on the lake for members of a club.[6] The park holds a Green Flag Award.[7]