The pretty suburban community of Great Sankey, west of the bustling town of Warrington is the perfect location for everyone!
Ideally located for families, you’ll find a selection of local schools, many of which have been OFSTED rated ‘Outstanding’ or undertaken recent redevelopment to accommodate the growing number of families enticed to the area. You can relax at the numerous green open space and parks within walking distance, including Whittle Hall duck pond, Sankey Valley Park and the Green Heart public park within the Omega development. The area is also home to Gulliver’s World Theme Park! Here your family can enjoy a fun filled day out with attractions to suit everyone from traditional fairground rides for the younger members to exhilarating rollercoasters for the adrenaline junkies. Across town, wander around the 32 acres of picturesque parkland and gardens at Walton Hall Gardens or discover an array of animals at the popular petting zoo.
For those with a love of shopping, you will not be disappointed with what the area has to offer. Gemini Retail Park is just 5 mins drive from Aldon Wood where you can indulge in some retail therapy at Ikea or flagship high street department stores Marks & Spencer and Next, after which you can indulge at Starbucks or Costa Coffee. You can enjoy an excellent choice of independent and high street shops and supermarkets within Warrington town centre, including the recently regenerated Warrington Market.
You’ll be spoilt for choice with the array of entertainment and dining facilities within Warrington. Whether you fancy a fun family evening at the bowling alley or cinema within the regenerated Times Square complex, a cocktail with friends in one of the stylish bars that the town’s Cultural Quarter has to offer, take in a show or gig at The Pyramid & Parr Hall, or an evening meal at one of the many trendy restaurants or bars in the hip Stockton Heath village.
For the fitness fanatics, the regenerated Great Sankey Neighbourhood Hub, within walking distance from Aldon Wood, offers a range of state of the art facilities including fitness suite, 25m swimming pool and sport studios providing a variety of classes. Or indulge at the fitness and lifestyle clubs of both Athelis Club & Spa and David Lloyd Club, both located within Great Sankey.
Immerse yourself in the rich history of the area of the RAF Burtonwood Heritage Centre, wander the exhibitions at Warrington Museum & Art Gallery or discover the birthplace of English writer, Lewis Carroll, author of the beloved children’s classic story, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, at the Lewis Carroll Centre in Daresbury.
The leafy neighbourhood is well connected by Junction 8 of the M62 making it a prime location for those seeking suburban living with easy access to the wide variety of shopping, entertainment and sporting attractions that the vibrant cities of both Liverpool and Manchester offer. The brand new Warrington West Rail Station can also provide direct access to the cities, perfect for commuters.
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