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The brick and stone frontage of Walton Hall, viewed across its lawn
Walton Hall. File photograph, 2013. Clem Rutter, Rochester, Kent · CC BY 3.0Resized and converted to WebP; display may crop the photograph.

A growing local directory, researched from official sources. Opening times, prices and access can change; follow the venue link for the latest arrangements. Source pages are checked automatically and changed details are flagged for review.

9 places in Town Centre
Parks & outdoorsTown Centre

Bank Park

Gardens and recreation space beside the Town Hall, with play and bowling facilities.

Bank Park, by Warrington Town Hall, Sankey Street, Warrington · WA1 1UH

Opening & visiting
The council lists the park as open 24 hours. Facilities may have separate opening times.
Admission
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Details reviewed 25/10/2026. Source last checked 25/10/2026.

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Warrington’s Golden Gates with the Town Hall beyond, under a blue sky
Golden Gates and Warrington Town Hall. File photograph, 2018. Anthony Parkes · CC BY-SA 2.0Resized and converted to WebP; display may crop the photograph.
LandmarksTown Centre

Golden Gates

The ornate gateway at the front of Warrington Town Hall.

Town Hall frontage, Sankey Street, Warrington · WA1 1UH

Opening & visiting
Exterior landmark. Check official source for access arrangements.
Admission
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Arts & cultureTown Centre

Parr Hall

A town-centre venue presenting music, comedy, theatre and family shows.

Palmyra Square South, Warrington · WA1 1BL

Opening & visiting
Performance times vary by event. Check official source.
Admission
Ticket prices vary by event; booking fees and restoration levy may apply.
Accessibility & more details

Wheelchair spaces must be reserved when booking. There is no lift access.

Venue telephone: 01925 442345

Details reviewed 25/10/2026. Source last checked 25/10/2026.

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Arts & cultureTown Centre

Pyramid Arts Centre

Temporarily closed

An arts venue undergoing redevelopment, with performances and services using other venues during closure.

Palmyra Square South, Warrington · WA1 1BL

Opening & visiting
Temporarily closed for redevelopment. The official update gives no confirmed reopening date. Box office services are based at Parr Hall.
Admission
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Accessibility & more details

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Venue telephone: 01925 442345

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Parks & outdoorsTown Centre

Queen's Gardens

Formal gardens in Palmyra Square with a historic fountain and war memorial.

Queen's Gardens, Palmyra Square North, Warrington · WA1 1BW

Opening & visiting
The council lists the gardens as open 24 hours.
Admission
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The turquoise Skittles sculptures outside Golden Square in Warrington town centre
The Skittles at Market Gate. File photograph, 2010. Rept0n1x · CC BY-SA 3.0Resized and converted to WebP; display may crop the photograph.
LandmarksTown Centre

The Guardians (Skittles)

Howard Ben Tré's public artwork at Market Gate, locally known as the Skittles.

Market Gate, where Bridge Street, Buttermarket Street, Horsemarket Street and Sankey Street meet, Warrington

Opening & visiting
Outdoor public artwork. Check council notices for changes to pedestrian access.
Admission
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LibrariesTown Centre

Warrington Museum & Library

Part of Warrington's public library network.

Museum Street, Warrington · WA1 1JB

Opening & visiting
Wed–Fri 10am–4:30pm; Sat 10am–4pm; Sun 11am–3pm; Mon/Tue closed. Check holiday changes.
Admission
Free membership and standard book loans; some services carry charges.
Accessibility & more details

AccessAble describes a ramped entrance and staff-operated platform lift within the library. LiveWire lists a quieter Saturday session, 10–11am. Confirm assistance before visiting.

Venue telephone: 01925 907760

Details reviewed 25/10/2026. Source last checked 25/10/2026.

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Warrington’s Golden Gates with the Town Hall beyond, under a blue sky
Golden Gates and Warrington Town Hall. File photograph, 2018. Anthony Parkes · CC BY-SA 2.0Resized and converted to WebP; display may crop the photograph.
LandmarksTown Centre

Warrington Town Hall

Warrington's Grade I listed civic building, originally built as Bank Hall.

Sankey Street, Warrington · WA1 1UH

Opening & visiting
A working civic building; check official source before planning an interior visit.
Admission
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Details reviewed 25/10/2026. Source last checked 25/10/2026.

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