About

Plans for Cressington and Grassendale Parks were laid out during the first half of the 19th century as a private speculative venture. A road network was created to make maximum use of the waterfront, with a promenade connecting the two Parks. This walkway was formed along the sea wall, with railings running from the north end of Grassendale to the south end of Cressington.

Cressington Park was developed in 1851, later than Grassendale but following the same rules. All houses had to be individual dwellings with large gardens each with railings on sandstone plinths to the front. Plots were of equal size (1,000 square yards), and only one dwelling was allowed to each plot.

The restrictive covenant was drawn up relating to the whole development, size and layout of plots and building lines in relation to the roads. This covenant was, and is, administered by the Trustees of the Park, and still stands today.

In 1973 Cressington and Grassendale Parks were designated as a Conservation Area, and an Advisory Committee was formed to ensure that the character of the area is maintained. Therefore proprietors are advised that permission must be sought for any alterations (including windows, doors, driveways etc) and tree work before these are carried out.